Question
My daughter is 3 years old. Recently, she has been experiencing pain in her throat while speaking, her voice is somewhat hoarse, and she has a slight fever. How should a child with red, swollen throat due to tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Currently, clinical treatment for pediatric tonsillitis commonly involves the use of antibiotics, which can be selected based on the results of bacterial culture to choose medications sensitive to the bacteria. In addition to medication treatment, regional drug sprays or radiation therapy can also be used. For children with severe throat pain, analgesics can be administered. If the child has a fever, it can be appropriately reduced. If the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought immediately. If the medication treatment is not effective and symptoms recur, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. At the same time, attention should be paid to arranging a child’s reasonable diet and rest habits to promote recovery from the disease.