Question
My daughter is 8 years old. Initially, she felt pain when drinking water, and I noticed she had a slight cough. She’s also been a bit feverish. How should we diagnose and treat painful tonsillitis in young children?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are the primary methods and drugs used in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose symptomatic treatment, and can also opt for regional treatment to enhance efficacy during systemic treatment. This includes methods such as tonsil crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsil, etc. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be administered. If the child has a persistent fever, parents should also give some antipyretic medication, or take the child to the hospital immediately. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.