Question
My son is 8 years old. Initially, he said he had a sore throat, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and it seemed like he had a low-grade fever that never went away. How should red swelling in children with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
For treatment, first, provide symptomatic medications based on the child’s symptoms, or consider regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar injections, etc. In cases of sore throat, painkillers can also be administered to the child. If there is also a low-grade fever, physical coolingcan be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.