Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, reports a sore throat, severe cough, and slight fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
For tonsillitis, antibiotic treatment can be used, along with regional treatment methods such as irrigation and injections. For throat pain, painkillers can be considered. If the fever persists, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. This condition is prone to recurrence, and after controlling the inflammation, surgery can be considered. During treatment, it is important to supplement nutrition, maintain a light diet, and get adequate rest to avoid fatigue.