Question
My daughter is 6 years old and has recently been experiencing throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and a low-grade fever. Could this be pediatric tonsillitis? What treatment methods should be considered?
Answer
The treatment for pediatric tonsillitis primarily includes antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. When selecting medications, treatment can be tailored to the child’s symptoms. In severe cases, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections may be combined. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be considered; if fever is present, cooling methods should be chosen based on the body temperature. If symptoms recur during the treatment process, it is advisable to consider surgery early on. Additionally, parents should ensure warmth and avoid catching a cold to prevent a recurrence of tonsillitis.