Question
The baby girl is just 7 months old. Initially, she said she felt pain when swallowing, and it was noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, she now has a persistent high fever. Please ask: How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
If a child develops tonsillitis, first-line treatment can include symptomatic antibiotic medications. In addition to systemic medication, regional therapy can also be performed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. Painkillers can also be administered for throat pain, and physical coolingcan be used for low-grade fevers. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, timely medical attention should be sought. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. At the same time, attention should also be given to arranging reasonable diet and lifestyle habits for the child to aid in an early recovery.