Question
My son is 4 years old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, he’s been running a slight fever. How should one treat a child’s tonsillitis effectively to relieve discomfort?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, and can also be complemented with some regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections, which are also effective. If the child has severe throat pain, it is recommended to give some painkillers according to the situation. If the child continues to have a fever, timely application of fever-reducing medication is recommended; if the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option, suitable for children with recurrent attacks, and after the condition improves, it is suggested to encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.