Patient's question:
Boy, he is already 5 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things. It was found that his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks, and at the same time, he has had a slight fever for a long time. Please ask: If the child's tonsils are swollen and very painful, how should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Local medication can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. Pain relievers can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.