Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He has also had a low-grade fever for a while. Please ask: If the child's tonsils are swollen and very painful, how should the condition be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. While taking medication, local treatments can also be applied, such as rinsing or direct medication, which can enhance the therapeutic effect. If the child's throat pain is severe, pain-relieving medication can be given as needed. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods should be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child stays warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to cold exposure.