Question
The 9-year-old girl has just started to complain of pain when swallowing, and it has been noticed that she is coughing more severely and has a slight fever, lacking energy. How should tonsillitis pain in children be treated?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be selected appropriately. Regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar drug injections can also be considered. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, painkillers may be given. If the child also has a fever, it should be treated with antipyretics. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is required. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and to avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.