Question
What should be done to treat a 5-year-old child with tonsillar swelling?
Answer
Tonsillar swelling in children may be caused by tonsillitis, and treatment options include medication such as antibiotics, hormones, antihistamines, and antiviral drugs, as well as physical therapy like nebulizer inhalation. If medication treatment is ineffective, consideration may need to be given to tonsillectomy. Parents should take their child to the doctor promptly and follow the treatment under the doctor’s guidance. At the same time, daily life should avoid spicy, cold, and other irritating foods, as well as engage in moderate exercise to prevent internal heat and hope for the child’s quick recovery.