Question
A boy, already 2 years old, at first, felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and it seemed like a low-grade fever had never gone away. How should infant and toddler tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can be based on the selection of sensitive antibiotic medications according to bacterial culture, regional medication such as tonsil crypt irrigation, and intratonsillar injections. For children with obvious symptoms of throat pain, analgesic medications can be used. If the child continues to have a persistent fever, oral antipyretic drugs can be taken. These are all relatively common treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to undergo surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.