Question
A 1-year-old girl, just started to complain of pain when swallowing, and it seems that swallowing is a bit difficult. Moreover, she seems to have a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How should a child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. The choice of sensitive drugs can be made based on bacterial culture, which is effective. Regional irrigation or spraying can also be considered, as well as the injection of symptomatic drugs into the tonsils. These treatments are generally effective. Painkillers can also be administered according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child continues to have a fever, timely application of antipyretics is recommended. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. These are some of the commonly used methods for treating tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent attacks. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining good dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest time.