Patient's question:
Baby girl, only 2 months old, just starting out. When she talks, she feels a sore throat. She notices that her cough seems to be more severe as well. At the same time, she has a slight fever and lacks energy. Please ask: If the child's tonsils are inflamed and very painful, how can they be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medications. They can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections, which are all effective. Pain relievers can also 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 down should be chosen according to the body temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used; if it is above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment is also recommended. After the condition improves, it is advisable to let the child engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.