Question
How should a child with tonsillitis be treated? The child is 5 years old, experiencing throat pain, difficulty swallowing, fever, and a poor state of mind.
Answer
The treatment for children with tonsillitis typically involves antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs, with treatment tailored to the child’s symptoms. Regional medication sprays or laser therapy can also be used, and appropriate painkillers can be administered if throat pain is severe. Fever can be treated with fever-reducing medication, but in severe cases, immediate medical attention is required. For children who have recurrent episodes, surgery may be an option. During the treatment period, it’s important to keep warm, avoid catching a cold, and maintain a light diet, preferably consuming liquid foods.