Question
Dear Baby, currently 3 years old, at first, she felt a sore throat when talking, and I noticed that her coughing seems more severe. Additionally, it seems like she has had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should I treat her for painful pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s pediatric tonsillitis, it’s effective to give the child some antibiotics for symptomatic treatment. While taking medication, some regional treatments can also be performed, such as rinsing, to consolidate the efficacy. For children with prominent sore throat symptoms, painkillers can be used. Moreover, if there is a fever, antipyretics can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar conditions arise, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and flu from causing a recurrence of tonsillitis.