Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, has just started to feel a slight sore throat. He has noticed that his coughing is more severe as well. He also has a low-grade fever. How should children’s swollen tonsillitis be treated effectively?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotic medications are primarily used, and the choice of medication can be based on the sensitivity determined from bacterial culture, which tends to be effective. Regional treatment methods can also be combined, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate painkillers can be administered. If the child continues to have a fever, antipyretic medication should be used promptly. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be employed. If drug therapy is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure that the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.