Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 9 months old, just started, said it hurts when swallowing, noticed it, accompanied by mild cough, and it seems like a low fever that hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with sore throat be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms, or use local medications such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. Some children may also have fever, in which case oral fever-reducing drugs can be given. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention is necessary. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.