Question
My child was born just a few days ago, and recently they’ve been constantly scratching their ears. Should an enlarged tonsil be treated with antibiotics?
Answer
Tonsillitis is an acute upper respiratory infection, often caused by bacterial infection. It is a non-specific acute inflammation of the palatine tonsils, often accompanied by varying degrees of acute inflammation of the pharyngeal mucosa and pharyngeal lymphoid ring. Antibiotic intravenous therapy can be considered; it is recommended to first ensure adequate rest, a light diet, and plenty of fluids. Initial treatment may include taking metronidazole tablets and Qingkailing granules. If this is not effective, it is best to seek hospital treatment for intravenous antibiotic therapy, which tends to be more effective. In some cases, it may be necessary to receive injections of transfer factors at the hospital to enhance resistance.