Patient's question:
My little girl is 8 years old. At first, she had a slight sore throat, and then I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. She also had a low fever. I'm asking: If her tonsils are swollen and painful, what is the best way to treat it?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. For local treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or medication rinsing. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can also use fever-reducing medication, or immediately take the child to the hospital. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, it is recommended to perform a tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.