Question
A 5-year-old boy, initially, felt a slight pain in his throat, noticed it, had more severe coughing, and also had a bit of a fever and was not very energetic. How should red swelling in infants and toddlers with tonsillitis be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
For treatment, it is first recommended to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. Additionally, regional treatments can include tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intramuscular injections, and laser therapy. For children with pronounced throat pain, analgesic medications can be used. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If symptoms do not subside, it is essential to seek medical attention. These are common treatment methods. However, if a child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is advisable to consider surgery as soon as possible. During treatment, attention should also be paid to maintaining good dietary hygiene and ensuring sufficient rest time.