Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows, and it was noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks. Additionally, he has a low fever. Question: How should tonsillitis be diagnosed and treated when the child has severe pain?Doctor's answer:
To achieve better treatment for tonsillitis, you can choose some anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor, or use local medications such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the child's sore throat is severe, it is recommended to give pain relievers based on the situation. If the child has persistent fever, use antipyretic drugs in a timely manner. For fever below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be applied. These are all common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and eats more vegetables and fruits.