Question
A two-month-old male infant presents with pain during swallowing, accompanied by mild cough and low fever, suspected tonsillitis . How should the diagnosis and treatment be conducted?
Answer
For treating pediatric tonsillitis, first consider administering anti-inflammatory medications. Regional treatment methods include tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, or laser therapy. If the pain is severe, appropriate painkillers can be used. Some children may have fever, in which case fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not subside, immediate medical attention should be sought. The aforementioned methods are conventional treatments, but if tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider early surgery. After the condition improves, encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.