Patient's question:
My little girl is 9 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and noticed that her cough was quite severe. Additionally, she had a slight fever and was lacking energy. I would like to ask: What should I do if her tonsils are swollen and red?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If the sore throat is particularly severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. If the child also has a fever, antipyretics can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis is known for its recurrent nature. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and avoid further exposure to cold to prevent worsening of symptoms.