Question
A nine-year-old girl is experiencing a sore throat, severe coughing, and persistent fever symptoms, suspected to have tonsillitis. How should it be treated?
Answer
When treating pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic antibiotic medications can be considered, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injection of medications. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be considered. If there is a fever, a small amount of antipyretic medication can be administered. However, if the fever persists, immediate medical attention should be sought. In addition to medication treatment, if the child frequently recurs inflammation, parents can consider surgical treatment under the doctor’s advice. During the treatment period, it is recommended to arrange for light meals and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.