Question
Dear Baby Girl, currently 8 years old, just started saying she has a sore throat, noticed she has mild coughing and a low-grade fever as well. How should we diagnose and treat a child’s tonsillitis with red swelling?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications can also be considered. If the primary symptom is throat pain, painkillers may be given. In case of fever, it should be appropriately reduced; if it exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is required. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment can also be considered. After the condition improves, it is recommended that the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.