Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things. It was noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should the child be treated if his tonsils are swollen and sore?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture results, or it can be combined with local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, which are all effective. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. Persistent fever in children should be promptly treated with antipyretics. Physical cooling methods can be used if the temperature is below 38.5°C. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment should be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. Finally, it is important for parents to take this disease seriously, seek medical attention early, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.