Question
Seeking Solutions for Children’s Tonsillitis
Answer
When children have an enlarged tonsil, they may experience chills, stomachaches, and fever, which can trigger the recurrence of tonsillar enlargement and redness. Previous treatment scenarios and outcomes: General anti-inflammatory treatment, how can intravenous infusion assist? Are there any definitive solutions, preferably using traditional Chinese medicine? Chronic tonsillitis or enlarged tonsils can be treated with tonsillectomy. Currently, the rapid tonsillectomy procedure is widely adopted. During surgery, a surface anesthetic spray is first applied inside the child’s mouth. After a short wait, the child’s throat sensation becomes dull. Then, the child is placed on a bed, and the doctor uses a tool called a tonsil removal knife to remove the tonsils in an instant when the child opens their mouth. The surgery is very quick, and the child does not feel any pain until it is successfully completed. The child remains conscious, so they can eat cold food immediately to promote vascular constriction and prevent postoperative bleeding. There is no need for hospitalization, and the child can go home after a 1 to 2-hour outpatient observation after surgery.