Question
My son is 4 years old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Additionally, it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis with swelling?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, with the choice of sensitive medications based on bacterial culture, yielding good results. For more severe cases, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers are recommended to alleviate symptoms. In cases of fever, cooling methods should be chosen based on body temperature; physical cooling can be applied if below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medication is recommended for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. These methods are commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent episodes, and after the condition improves, it is suggested to engage the child in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.