Question
Baby girl, 8 months old, with throat pain, mild cough, and a slight fever. How should tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the main treatments for pediatric tonsillitis. Additionally, treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, internal medication injection, and laser therapy can be considered as regional treatments. Painkillers can be considered for severe throat pain. If the child has a fever, a moderate amount of antipyretic medicine can be used, but if the fever persists, medical attention should be sought promptly. Tonsillitis tends to recur easily, and if the condition continues, surgery may be considered. Pay attention to light and easy-to-digest foods, and mainly consume liquid foods during the treatment period.