Question
My child is a 4-year-old boy. Initially, he felt a sore throat while speaking, and I noticed he had a slight cough as well. He also has a bit of a fever and seems less energetic. How should I treat his severe pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
The treatment for pediatric tonsillitis primarily depends on the child’s symptoms. Firstly, consider using symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications, and regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar injections can be considered. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be administered to the child. At the same time, if the child continues to have a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital for a consultation. For children with recurrent episodes, surgery may be considered. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, maintain a light diet, and allow the child to rest sufficiently, avoiding fatigue.