Question
My daughter is 6 years old and has recently started feeling a sore throat and difficulty swallowing. She has also been running a high fever that won’t go down. How should we treat pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
For pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be considered. If the condition is more severe, regional treatment methods such as tonsil lavage and injection medications can also be used. If the child’s throat is extremely painful, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. If the child continues to have a fever, parents can give fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these methods, surgery is also a feasible treatment option for children with recurrent episodes. Pay attention to a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.