Question
My daughter is 7 years old. She just started feeling a slight soreness in her throat, and I’ve noticed that her coughing seems more severe. She also has a bit of a fever and seems lackluster. How should I diagnose and treat my child’s tonsillitis with crying and distress?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, and can also be supplemented with regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injections, etc., which are also effective. You can also provide painkillers for the child based on their condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate the suffering. If the child continues to have fevers, parents should also administer fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents may consult with a doctor to consider surgical treatment options. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure that the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.