Question
Dear Baby, she’s only 5 months old, and she just started feeling pain when swallowing water. She has a slight cough and a low-grade fever. How should we treat her severe pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be selected according to the situation. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatment methods can also be considered, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. Painkillers can be administered to the child for throat pain. If the child has a persistent fever, parents should give them antipyretic medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In cases of recurrent acute severe episodes or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. Pay attention to a light diet, and mainly consume liquid foods during the treatment period.