Question
A 10-year-old boy, in elementary school, has recently been experiencing a sore throat with a hoarse voice and persistent fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, and sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injections can also be performed. It is recommended that parents give children a moderate amount of pain relievers to relieve discomfort when the child’s main symptom is sore throat. If the child continues to have a fever that does not subside, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to undergo surgery as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.