Question
A 10-year-old boy, now in elementary school, initially complained of pain when swallowing and drinking water. He also had a slight cough and had been slightly feverish. How should crying babies with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injections, and laser therapy. In cases where the child’s throat pain is particularly severe, painkillers can be administered. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should also give fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may be recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.