Question
A 9-year-old girl has recently started experiencing pain when swallowing, along with a more severe cough and a persistent high fever. How should a child with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
It is recommended that parents consult with a doctor to choose the appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medication for their child, which can effectively alleviate the symptoms of inflammation. While taking medication, some local treatments such as rinsing can also be performed to consolidate the effectiveness of the treatment. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be administered. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should consider giving fever-reducing medication or immediately taking the child to the hospital. In cases of repeated acute and severe episodes, or if complications have already occurred, it is advisable to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. After the condition improves, it is suggested to encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.