Question
A 4-year-old boy has started experiencing throat pain, with a severe cough, accompanied by fever and fatigue. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily involves antibiotics, which can be selected based on bacterial culture. Additionally, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections are also very effective. If throat pain is severe, analgesics can be used. In cases of persistent fever, it is important to use antipyretics promptly; physical cooling methods can be employed when the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius. If the condition recurs frequently, surgery may be considered after the condition is controlled. During the treatment period, it is recommended to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure the child has adequate rest.