Question
Dear Parent, my daughter is currently 5 years old. She has recently started experiencing a slight sore throat, accompanied by a mild cough. She has also had a slight fever. How should we treat her tonsillitis with crying and distress?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the primary methods and medications used in the clinical treatment of children’s tonsillitis. Parents can choose treatments according to symptoms, and in addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment can be chosen to enhance efficacy. This includes methods such as tonsil crypt irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsil. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to alleviate symptoms. Some children may also have a fever, in which case you can give them oral fever-reducing medication. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. For those with recurrent acute severe cases or those with complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. After the condition improves, it is advisable to let the child engage in moderate exercise to improve immunity and prevent recurrence.