Patient's question:
My son is 6 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to treat his tonsillitis when he's crying?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotics. While taking the medication, they can also undergo some local treatments, such as rinsing or applying medication directly, which can enhance the therapeutic effect. If the child's sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to give them pain relievers based on the situation. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can also administer fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment is also recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.