Question
My son is 8 years old. He recently started having a sore throat, accompanied by a slight cough and a persistent low-grade fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for pediatric tonsillitis in clinical practice is antibiotics, with medication selected based on bacterial culture results. Both systemic and regional therapies can be chosen to enhance efficacy, such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsil. Painkillers can be used for children with severe sore throat symptoms, and antipyretics should be administered promptly for persistent fever. If the child’s tonsillitis occurs frequently, surgery may be considered. After the condition improves, it is recommended to engage in moderate exercise to strengthen immunity and prevent recurrence.