Question
My daughter is 4 years old, and she has recently been experiencing a sore throat, hoarseness, and a low-grade fever. How should we treat her tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, it’s first advisable to use antibiotics targeted at the symptoms, and regional treatment methods such as tonsil irrigation and injections can be combined. For children with severe throat pain, anesthetic drugs can be used. If the child continues to have a fever, antipyretics should be administered promptly. If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be considered. If the child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after recovery to prevent recurrence. During the treatment period, it’s important to ensure the child is kept warm enough to avoid exacerbating symptoms.