Question
My daughter is 7 years old. Initially, she felt pain when drinking water, and I noticed she had a slight cough as well. She has also had a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis with red swelling?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture. Additionally, regional treatments can be performed, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injection, and laser therapy. If the child’s primary symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. At the same time, if there is a low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, surgical treatment can also be considered. During treatment, it is also important to ensure that the child maintains a light diet and enhances nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.