Question
The 3-year-old girl initially complained of pain when swallowing, and upon inspection, it was found that swallowing was somewhat difficult. She also had a slight fever and seemed listless. How should the discomfort from pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. They can also opt for local rinsing or spraying, and injections of symptomatic medication can be administered to the tonsils. These treatments are generally effective. If the child has a sore throat, some painkillers can be given. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should administer fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. For those with recurrent episodes of inflammation, surgery may be considered. During treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet, focusing mainly on liquid foods.