Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and it was found that he also had mild coughing, and he was a little feverish and lacking energy. Please ask: How should the child be diagnosed and treated if his tonsils are inflamed and uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance the therapeutic effect. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can also be given to the child. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these pharmaceutical treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgical treatment under the guidance of a doctor. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.