Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 6 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and he noticed that his cough was quite severe. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. I would like to ask: If the child's tonsils are inflamed and causing discomfort, what treatment is most effective?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their children anti-inflammatory medications. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injections. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medications can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention is necessary. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery early. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and subsequent recurrent tonsillitis.