Question
Dear Parent, my daughter is currently 3 years old and has just started experiencing a slight sore throat. She seems to have difficulty swallowing, and she also has a low-grade fever. How should we treat pediatric tonsillitis when it is very painful?
Answer
You can appropriately administer some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications. While undergoing systemic treatment, you can also opt for regional therapy to enhance the effectiveness, which includes procedures like tonsil pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. If the child’s sore throat is severe, it is recommended to give some painkillers based on the situation. If the child continues to have a persistent fever, oral fever-reducing drugs can be taken. If the medication is ineffective and there are repeated episodes, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is suggested to have the child engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.