Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts. Later, we found he has mild cough and a slight fever, and he's not very energetic. Please ask: If a child has tonsillitis, how should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments can also be used, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, tonsillar injections, etc. For sore throat, pain relievers can be given to the child. If the child still has a fever, fever reduction should be considered. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. For repeated acute severe cases or those with complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.