Question
My child is a 1-year-old boy. Initially, he said he felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed he had a slight cough. Now, he has a persistent high fever. How should we treat infants and toddlers with swollen tonsils?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for treating pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose treatments based on symptoms. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, including tonsil crypt irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. In cases where the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, painkillers can be administered. If there is also a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. It is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible for high fevers, and if a child repeatedly experiences tonsillitis, it is suggested to consider surgery early on. During treatment, it is also important to ensure the child has a light diet and receives adequate nutrition to aid in recovery.