Question
My daughter is 5 years old. At first, she said she felt pain when swallowing, and I found that her coughing was quite severe, and it seems like she has had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should a child’s tonsillitis with crying and distress be treated effectively?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s orders and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or internal injections can also be performed. When necessary, such as when the child’s throat pain is particularly severe, painkillers can be administered. If the child continues to have a fever, fever-reducing medication should be used promptly. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used. For repeated acute severe episodes or complications, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. At the same time, pay attention to arranging a light diet for the child, enhancing nutritional supplementation, and aiding in an early recovery.