Question
My daughter is 5 years old. She just started saying that her throat hurts, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Now, she has a persistent high fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis pain be treated?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture. For localized treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or pharmacological irrigation. You can also administer painkillers according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate the suffering. If there is also a low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is not effective and there are recurrent episodes, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. Pay attention to a light diet in everyday life and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.