Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 5 years old. At first, she said it hurts when she swallows things. I noticed that her cough seems to be quite severe too, and she's had a slight fever for a while. I'm asking: How can I treat her tonsillitis and sore throat effectively?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injection. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is suggested that parents can consider giving some pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be used promptly. For fever below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be applied. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar cases occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.