Question

My 7-year-old son just started saying that it’s painful to swallow, and I noticed that his swallowing seems a bit difficult, and he also has a low-grade fever. How should I treat his tonsillitis effectively?

Answer

If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be provided, as well as regional applications such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. If the main symptom is throat pain, analgesic medications can be considered. For persistent fever that does not subside, oral antipyretics can be taken. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. After the condition improves, it is suggested that the child engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.