Question
Dear Doctor, my daughter is currently 9 years old. Initially, she had a slight sore throat, and she has been experiencing severe coughing. It seems like she has had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How should we diagnose and treat her tonsillitis pain?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, as well as regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar injections, etc. Painkillers can also be administered according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate suffering. If there is a fever, the method of cooling( cooling ) should be chosen based on the body temperature; physical cooling methods can be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral antipyretics can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. In cases of recurrent acute severe episodes or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. After the condition improves, it is suggested to encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.