Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and I noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. He also had a low fever. I would like to ask: How should I treat my child's tonsillitis when he is crying for effective results?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. They can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections, which are all good options. If the child's throat is very painful, appropriate pain-relieving medication can be given. If the child has a fever, they can take some fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, it is recommended to have the tonsillectomy performed two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and eats plenty of vegetables and fruits.