Question
A boy, already 1 year old, initially complained of pain when swallowing and drinking water. It was also noticed that his coughing seemed more severe, and he had a low-grade fever. How should a child with red and swollen tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is first recommended to use symptomatic antibiotic medications. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be considered, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the symptoms are mainly throat pain, analgesic medications can be considered. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. During treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods.