Question
A 9-year-old girl is experiencing sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and persistent fever, tonsillitis. How should treatment be conducted?
Answer
For pediatric tonsillitis, it is generally recommended to use antibiotics for symptomatic treatment, which is usually effective. Additionally, regional medication options such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar injections can be considered. For children with obvious sore throat symptoms, painkillers can be used to relieve discomfort. If the child has a fever, cooling measures should be taken according to the situation; if the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is required. For recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment can be considered. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light foods, and to pay attention to rest, avoiding overexertion.