Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of a sore throat when speaking, and noticed that his coughing seemed more severe. Additionally, he seems to have had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How can pediatric tonsillitis be treated when it’s very painful?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis can be treated with various methods. Parents can give their child symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication and conduct regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or tonsil intralesional injections. Depending on the child’s condition, painkillers can be administered to alleviate pain. If the child continues to have a fever, parents can use fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention. After the condition is controlled, consider surgical treatment to prevent recurrence. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, eats a light diet, gets plenty of rest, and avoids fatigue.