Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of pain when swallowing or drinking water. He also found swallowing a bit difficult. Additionally, he has a persistent high fever. How should a child’s tonsillitis pain be treated?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to relieve the inflammatory symptoms effectively. Besides systemic medication, regional treatments can also be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injections. Painkillers can be administered when necessary, especially when the child’s throat pain is severe. If the child continues to have a fever, apply antipyretic medication promptly. If the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling (temperature reduction) can be used. These methods are among the commonly used treatments for tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent episodes. Pay attention to a light diet during treatment and mainly consume liquid foods.