Question
My son is 4 years old. He started to have a sore throat while speaking, and I noticed he has difficulty swallowing. Now he has a high fever that doesn’t seem to go away. How should we treat pediatric tonsillitis with crying and distress for better results?
Answer
In the current clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotic medications are primarily used, with the selection of sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture. Additional regional treatments can include tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, and laser therapy. If there is severe throat pain, some painkillers can be administered. For persistent fever, oral antipyretics can be given. These methods are commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option, particularly suitable for children with recurrent attacks. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, maintain a light diet, and get sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.