Question
A 13-year-old boy is experiencing throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and is accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
The treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can include the use of antibiotic medications as well as regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil intralesional injections. If the child has significant throat pain, painkillers can be used. For fever, choose cooling methods based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be adopted, while oral antipyretics can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If there are multiple acute severe cases or complications have already occurred, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. During treatment, ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, eat a light diet, and get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.