Question
My son is 6 years old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, accompanied by a slight cough and a persistent low-grade fever. How should red swelling in children with tonsillitis be treated effectively?
Answer
For treatment, it is first recommended to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. For regional treatment, laser therapy or drug irrigation is suggested. In cases of sore throat, painkillers can also be administered to the child. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling (temperature reduction) can be employed. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar conditions exist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is also important to ensure the child has a light diet and to enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in an early recovery.