Question
My daughter is 5 years old. She just started saying that she has a sore throat when swallowing, and I’ve noticed that her coughing seems more severe, and she also has a low fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis with red swelling be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s a case of pediatric tonsillitis, it’s effective to give the child some symptomatic antibiotics. Regional rinsing or spraying can also be considered, and symptomatic medication can be injected into the tonsils. The efficacy is quite good. In cases of throat pain, children can also be given some painkillers. Some children may also have a fever, in which case they can be given oral antipyretics. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. For those with recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment can be considered. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.