Patient's question:
Boy, he is already 2 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things. He noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks, and he also has a low fever. Please ask: If the child's tonsils are inflamed and painful, how should it be treated well.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 efficacy. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection can also be performed. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use analgesics to alleviate the symptoms. If the child also has a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. For cases with multiple acute severe episodes or existing complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. While undergoing treatment, it is also important to provide the child with a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.