Question
A five-year-old girl is experiencing throat pain, which is particularly uncomfortable when drinking water, accompanied by a slight cough, fever, and lack of energy. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
When treating pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic antibiotic medications can be administered, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar injections. If the throat pain is severe, analgesics can be given in appropriate amounts. During a fever, it is important to manage the temperature appropriately; if the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention should be sought. Tonsillitis may recur; if the condition persists, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to diet and hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.