Question
A boy, already 1 year old, has just started to feel pain when swallowing water. He has noticed that his cough is quite severe, and now he has a persistent high fever. How should red swelling in children’s tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s pediatric tonsillitis, it can be effectively treated by administering antibiotics to the child. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatments can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, such as pus pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsil. If the child has a sore throat, painkillers can be given. Moreover, if there is a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. If a high fever occurs, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks; if similar conditions exist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.