Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, is experiencing a sore throat, hoarseness, and low-grade fever. How can one treat pediatric tonsillitis to achieve the best results?
Answer
For treatment, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions, administering anti-inflammatory medications to the child. Local rinsing or spraying, or even injecting symptomatic medications into the tonsils, may also be considered. For severe throat pain, painkillers can be used appropriately. If there is a fever, physical cooling methods can be employed if the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, and antipyretic medication can be taken orally if it is above 38.5 degrees Celsius. Tonsillitis tends to recur easily, so if similar symptoms occur after treatment, surgery may be considered. After the condition improves, it is advisable to allow the child to engage in moderate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.