Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and he had been running a low fever. Please advise: How can we effectively treat his tonsillitis when he cries and complains?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 symptoms are primarily characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. If the child also has a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly.In addition to the above drug and treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child follows a light diet and receives adequate nutritional support to aid in early recovery.