Question
My son is 5 years old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed difficulty in swallowing. Moreover, he has a persistent high fever. How should I treat his tonsillitis effectively?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Additionally, regional treatments can be performed, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intramuscular injections, and laser therapy. If necessary, such as when the child experiences severe throat pain, some painkillers can be administered. In cases of fever, choose the cooling method based on the body temperature; for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while oral fever-reducing medication is recommended for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. For children with recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment may be considered. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest time.
