Question

What treatment measures should be taken if a child has tonsillitis and experiences severe pain?

Answer

For pediatric tonsillitis, it is typically recommended to use antibiotics, which are quite effective. Additionally, regional rinsing or spraying, as well as intratonsillar injections of symptomatic medication, can also achieve good results. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers can be considered to alleviate discomfort. When fever persists, timely use of antipyretics is necessary; physical cooling methods can be employed if the temperature does not reach 38.5 degrees Celsius. If the child frequently experiences such conditions, after controlling the illness, surgical treatment can be considered to avoid recurrent attacks. Parents should pay attention to keeping their children well-warmed in their daily lives to prevent colds from triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.