Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, started saying that he felt pain when swallowing, and noticed that his swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He also had a slight fever and lacked energy. How should painful tonsillitis in infants and young children be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and administer some anti-inflammatory medication to the child. While undergoing systemic treatment, regional therapy can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, methods including tonsil lavage and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. If the symptoms are primarily throat pain, consider giving some painkillers. If the child has a fever, they can take antipyretic medication. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. These are relatively common treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and consume mainly liquid foods during the treatment period.