Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 5 months old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and it seemed like a low fever that never went away. Please ask: How can the child's tonsillitis be treated effectively if it's very painful?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can be given to the child. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. These are all commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider early surgery. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.