Question
Baby girl, 4 months old, feels throat pain, difficulty drinking water, has slight cough and low-grade fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric tonsillitis, it is recommended to administer antibiotic treatment, along with regional therapies such as tonsil irrigation or regional drug injections. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers can be given, and antipyretics can be used in appropriate amounts during fever. However, if the fever persists, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe cases or complications have already occurred, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Parents should pay attention to keeping the child warm and avoid colds that may trigger a recurrence of tonsillitis.