Question
Dear parents, our daughter is currently 3 years old. Initially, she complained of pain when swallowing, and we noticed her voice was a bit hoarse. Now, she has a persistent high fever. How should we treat her tonsillitis, which is quite painful?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotic medications are primarily used, and the choice of sensitive drugs can be made based on bacterial culture results. The effect is good. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child keeps running a fever, parents should also administer antipyretic medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents can consult with a doctor to consider surgical treatment options. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.