Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 8 months old. Initially, he felt pain when drinking water and his voice was a bit hoarse during speaking. Now, he has a persistent high fever. How should a child with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used, with the choice of sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture and have shown good results. If the child’s condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections can be combined. Painkillers can also be administered according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate suffering. Some children may also have a fever; in this case, you can give the child oral antipyretics. If the fever cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child frequently recurs inflammation, parents can choose surgical treatment under the guidance of a doctor. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child well-warmed and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.