Question
My son is 6 years old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and he’s been running a low fever. How should red and swollen tonsillitis in children be treated?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, as well as regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, and laser therapy. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers may be appropriate. If the child continues to have a fever, timely use of antipyretic medication is recommended. For temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. For those with recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgery may be considered. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate symptoms.