Question
My son is 8 years old. Initially, he said he felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed that his coughing seems more severe, and he also has a slight fever and lacks energy. How should pediatric tonsillitis be effectively treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for treating pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose the treatment method based on symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection can also be considered. If the child has a sore throat, painkillers can also be given. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. If there are repeated acute and severe symptoms or complications have occurred, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Pay attention to maintaining a light diet during treatment, focusing on liquid foods.