Question
A boy, aged 1, has a sore throat and hoarse voice, with persistent high fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
The primary medication for treating pediatric tonsillitis is antibiotics, which can be selected based on bacterial culture for sensitivity and are effective. Regional therapy or regional spray, or regional injection of symptomatic medication into the tonsils can also be considered, with good results. If the child has a sore throat, pain relief medication can be given. For fever,Cooling method can be chosen based on body temperature; physical coolingcan be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medication can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. These methods are commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, suitable for children with recurrent attacks. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.