Question
My daughter is 8 years old. Initially, she said her throat hurt, and I noticed that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke. She also had a slight fever and seemed listless. What should be the treatment for infant and toddler tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is advisable to provide anti-inflammatory medication according to the symptoms. In addition to systemic treatment, regional therapy can also be chosen to enhance the efficacy, including methods such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsil. In cases of throat pain, painkillers can also be administered to the child. If there is also a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. In case of high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar conditions exist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and mainly consume liquid foods during treatment.