Question
My daughter is 9 years old. She started feeling a sore throat when she began speaking, and she has been coughing quite severely. She also has a slight fever and seems listless. What should I do if my child’s tonsils are inflamed and swollen?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric tonsillitis, it is effective to administer antibiotics according to symptoms, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injection, and laser therapy. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately given. If the child has a fever, consider taking antipyretics. If the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar symptoms occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and avoid exacerbating symptoms due to catching a cold.