Question
My daughter is 2 years old. Initially, she felt pain when drinking water and I noticed that she had a severe cough, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be diagnosed and treated when the child is crying and restless?
Answer
In treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotic medications. Additionally, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered. Painkillers can also be considered based on the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe. This can help alleviate pain. For low-grade fevers, physical cooling can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, medical attention should be sought promptly. These are commonly used treatment methods. However, if the tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. After treatment, it is suggested that children engage in moderate exercise to enhance their immunity and prevent recurrence of the disease.