Question
A 7-year-old boy has just started experiencing a slight pain in his throat, and when he speaks, his voice sounds hoarse. He also has a fever and lacks energy. How should red and swollen tonsillitis in children be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for treating pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose symptomatic treatment. While taking medication, some local treatments can also be performed, such as rinsing or direct application of medication, to consolidate the efficacy. For children with pronounced sore throat symptoms, painkillers can be used. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should also administer fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently develops tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. Lastly, parents should pay attention to this disease and bring their children for medical treatment as soon as possible. They should also pay attention to preventive measures and health care in their daily lives.