Question
My son is 5 years old and often has a cough, lots of phlegm, and a sore throat. How should I handle his enlarged tonsils?
Answer
For children with tonsillitis, a urine test should be conducted to determine if the infection is bacterial, viral, or caused by mycoplasma. Treatment with appropriate medication should be based on the results of the test. Bacterial infections can be treated with cephalosporins, while mycoplasma infections require anti-inflammatory drugs. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist for further examination and consider surgery if necessary. Parents should help their children receive treatment as soon as possible and also pay attention to their children’s balanced nutrition, avoiding excessive supplementation or malnutrition.