Question
A 6-year-old boy is experiencing a sore throat, unable to drink water, severe coughing, and accompanied by a low fever. Question: How should a child with tonsillitis be treated for the pain?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can include antibiotics that are sensitive to bacteria, as well as regional treatments such as tonsil irrigation and injections. If the sore throat symptoms are severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to relieve the symptoms. For persistent fever, timely use of antipyretics is advised, with physical cooling(cooling) if the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius. If there are multiple severe acute symptoms or complications, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy approximately two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. After the condition improves, it is suggested that the child engage in appropriate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.