Question
A 10-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of a sore throat and noticed that his coughing seemed more severe. He also had a slight fever. How should one treat a child with painful tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be selected as appropriate. In addition to systemic treatment, regional therapy can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, including methods such as tonsil crypt irrigation and direct tonsil injection with medication. If the throat pain is severe, some painkillers can be administered. For children with persistent fever, antipyretics should be applied promptly. Physical cooling can be used if the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius. For those with recurrent severe acute episodes or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. After the condition improves, it is suggested to encourage children to engage in moderate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.