Question
Dear reader, my 9-year-old daughter is experiencing a sore throat, making it painful to drink water. She also seems to have difficulty swallowing and is running a low fever. How should we treat her tonsillitis with redness and swelling?
Answer
It is appropriate to administer some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs. While undergoing systemic treatment, regional treatments can also be chosen to enhance the efficacy, such as pus pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. In cases where the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be given. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate symptoms.