Question
Dear reader, a 6-year-old girl is experiencing a sore throat, severe cough, and slight fever. How should red swelling in pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it can be treated with anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment can be chosen to enhance the efficacy, including hidden crypt irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. If the child has severe throat pain, some painkillers can be administered. If there is also a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. In case of high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrence, and if there are similar conditions, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate symptoms.