Question
A four-month-old baby boy is experiencing throat pain and difficulty swallowing, accompanied by a fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis with red swelling be treated?
Answer
Currently, the medical treatment for pediatric tonsillitis mainly involves antibiotics, which can be selected based on the sensitive strain of the pathogen. Concurrent systemic treatment can also consider regional treatment methods such as crypt washes and direct injections to enhance efficacy. If severe throat pain is present, analgesics can be used in appropriate amounts. At the same time, physical cooling should be provided according to body temperature, and immediate medical attention should be sought if the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees. Additionally, if the child has recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgical treatment and pay attention to reasonable diet and rest to assist in the recovery from the disease.