Question
An eight-month-old girl baby is experiencing throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and persistent fever, tonsillitis.How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis typically involves the use of antibiotic medications, and regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injection of medication can be considered. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents can give painkillers as needed to relieve discomfort. For fever management, if the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical coolingcan be adopted; if it is higher than 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretic medication can be considered. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment as soon as possible. At the same time, attention should be paid to the child’s diet and rest to promote recovery.