Question
My son is 2 years old and has been complaining of a sore throat recently, accompanied by a slight cough and fever. How should we diagnose and treat his tonsillitis?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis involves selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, and regional treatment can also be performed to enhance efficacy. Methods such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils can be used. For children with severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered. If the child continues to have a fever, parents can give fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. If there are repeated acute severe conditions or complications have already occurred, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen symptoms.