Question
A 6-year-old boy has recently complained of throat pain accompanied by a slight cough, and he also seems to have a persistent low-grade fever. What are the treatment methods for children with swollen tonsils due to pharyngitis?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for pediatric tonsillitis in clinical practice is antibiotics, which can be selected based on the results of bacterial culture, and the effect is good. In addition, regional treatment methods can be combined, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, analgesics can be administered to alleviate symptoms. If the child still has a slight fever, it should be treated accordingly. If the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If the child repeatedly exhibits symptoms of tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment as soon as possible. At the same time, attention should also be paid to providing the child with reasonable dietary and rest arrangements to help them recover sooner.