Question
A nine-month-old girl is experiencing swallowing pain, severe coughing, and low-grade fever, suspected of having tonsillitis. How should it be treated?
Answer
When treating pediatric tonsillitis, it is first important to select the appropriate antibiotic based on the results of bacterial culture. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment measures can also be taken, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or drug injection. If the child has throat pain, painkillers can be considered. For fever management, the appropriate cooling method should be chosen based on body temperature: physical cooling can be used if the temperature does not reach 38.5 degrees Celsius; if it exceeds this temperature, oral antipyretics can be used. For children with recurrent inflammation, parents can consider surgical treatment under the doctor’s advice. At the same time, attention should be paid to arranging a balanced diet and regular work and rest for the child to promote recovery.