Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 7 years old, initially said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He was also found to have mild coughing and had been slightly feverish. Please ask: How should the diagnosis and treatment be carried out if the child's tonsils are inflamed and crying?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, first, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be given based on the child's symptoms, or local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication can be used. If the child has a sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be given as needed. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child warm to avoid catching a cold and triggering further tonsillar inflammation.