Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. He noticed it accompanied by mild coughing and low fever. Please ask: If the child has very painful tonsillitis, how should it be treated properly.Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good effects. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. Children with fever symptoms can take fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and subsequent recurrent tonsillitis.