Question
The child’s tonsillar swelling has been causing lymph node enlargement for nearly a year. Although treated, the tonsils remain red and swollen, and the lymph nodes have not shrunk. Inquiry about whether tonsil removal is necessary.
Answer
Lymph node enlargement may be due to internal fibrosis or infiltration of tumor cells, common in all age groups with diverse causes, including benign and malignant conditions. Western medicine currently cannot cure lymphadenitis fundamentally, and treatment methods mainly involve the use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs to alleviate symptoms. The decision to remove the tonsils should be based on further diagnosis and evaluation.