Question
A four-month-old female infant is experiencing sore throat, severe coughing, and persistent low-grade fever, suspected of having tonsillitis with red swelling. How should treatment be carried out?
Answer
For the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, appropriate antibiotic medications should be used first. If the condition is more severe, consider combining with local treatment, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injection of medication. In cases of severe throat pain, analgesics can be administered to relieve discomfort. If fever persists, oral antipyretics can be considered. For recurrent acute tonsillitis or cases with complications, it is recommended to perform a tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to a light diet, with liquid foods as the mainstay.