Question
Baby girl, 2 months old, with reported sore throat, severe cough, and persistent high fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are the primary methods for treating pediatric tonsillitis. Appropriate medication can be chosen for treatment, and regional treatments such as rinsing or direct medication can be used to enhance the effect. If the main symptom is throat pain, consider a moderate dose of pain reliever to alleviate symptoms, and if fever is present, take fever-reducing medication. It is recommended to seek medical attention for high fever as soon as possible. If there are frequent attacks or severe complications, and after the acute inflammation subsides about two weeks later, tonsillectomy can be considered. During treatment, it is advisable to maintain a light diet, focusing on liquid foods.