Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of pain when swallowing, noticed his voice was a bit hoarse during speech, and accompanied by low-grade fever. How should a child’s red and swollen tonsils be treated for effective results?
Answer
Generally, for pediatric tonsillitis, it is effective to give children some antibiotics according to symptoms. While undergoing systemic treatment, regional therapy can also be chosen to enhance the efficacy, including methods such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. For children with persistent fever, antipyretics should be used promptly. If the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be applied. If your child frequently experiences this condition, consider surgical treatment after the illness is controlled to avoid recurrence. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.