Question
An 8-month-old girl is experiencing symptoms such as a sore throat, severe cough, and persistent high fever, diagnosed as tonsillitis with swelling. How should treatment be conducted?
Answer
For the treatment of tonsillitis with swelling, appropriate anti-inflammatory medication should be administered based on the child’s symptoms. While undergoing systemic treatment, consider regional treatments to enhance efficacy, such as tonsil pocket irrigation or direct tonsil injection. If the child is suffering from a sore throat, painkillers can be administered in appropriate amounts. If there is a fever, it should be appropriately reduced; if the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is required. For recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment can be considered. Pay attention to a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods during the treatment period.