Question
The baby girl, just 6 months old, has just started to feel a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed that her coughing is quite severe, and now she has an unrelenting high fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be effectively treated?
Answer
The initial treatment for pediatric tonsillitis involves giving the child anti-inflammatory medication. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the symptoms are primarily throat pain, analgesic medication can be considered. Some children may also have fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If the fever cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents can consult with a doctor to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good hygiene in diet and ensure sufficient rest time.