Question
My child is a 6-year-old boy. He started with a slight sore throat, and I noticed he has been coughing quite severely, along with a low-grade fever. How should I treat the red swelling in my child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for treating pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to the symptoms. In addition, regional medication sprays or laser therapy can be considered. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents may consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If the child has a fever, they can take antipyretic medications. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.