Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 2 years old, initially said that even drinking water with her throat felt painful. She seemed to have difficulty swallowing, and now she has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to treat pediatric tonsillitis and sore throat?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be given based on the child's symptoms. Local treatments can also be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injection, laser therapy, etc. Pain relievers can be administered according to the child's condition, especially when the sore throat is severe, to help alleviate the pain. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic medication should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is below 38.5°C. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery at an early stage. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.