Question
My 9-year-old son has been experiencing a sore throat, severe cough, and mild fever along with a lack of energy. How should we treat his tonsillitis?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can be based on the results of bacterial culture and the selection of sensitive antibiotics. Regional treatments can also be considered, such as tonsil irrigation, regional drug injections, or laser therapy. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be considered; if there is mild fever, physical cooling methods can be adopted. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is ineffective and there are repeated occurrences, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. At the same time, providing the child with light meals and enhancing nutritional supplementation will help in a quicker recovery.