Question
A nine-year-old girl is experiencing swallowing pain, worsened coughing, and persistent low-grade fever, suspected of tonsillitis. How should one treat the discomfort caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, first, anti-inflammatory medication can be administered, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, drug injections, or laser therapy. If severe throat pain is present, analgesics can be used appropriately. For fever management, choose cooling methods based on body temperature: physical cooling methods can be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while fever-reducing medication can be taken for higher temperatures. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment early on. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to diet and hygiene as well as adequate rest.