Question
My daughter is 8 years old. Initially, she felt pain when drinking water, and she also had a slight cough. Additionally, it seems like she has had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should we diagnose and treat pediatric tonsillitis when it’s very painful?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for treating pediatric tonsillitis in clinical settings. Parents can choose symptomatic treatments, and in addition to systemic treatment, regional treatments can be selected to enhance efficacy, including hidden crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. Under the condition of sore throat, children can also be given painkillers. If the child has fever symptoms, they can take some fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are all relatively common treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is suggested to consider surgery as early as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.