Question
An 8-year-old boy is experiencing throat pain, even finding it uncomfortable to drink water. Additionally, he has severe coughing and low-grade fever. How should one handle such tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally, the treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can be approached from both a systemic and regional perspective. Antibiotics are commonly used systemic medications with good effects on inflammation. For regional therapy, options include tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injections. If the throat pain is severe, appropriate painkillers can provide relief. If the child develops a fever, especially a high fever, immediate medical attention should be sought. In cases where tonsillitis recurs frequently, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Moreover, maintaining a healthy diet and regular work and rest is crucial for the child’s recovery and helps prevent recurrence of tonsillitis.