Question
My daughter is 7 years old and has recently been experiencing sore throat, cough, and high fever. I would like to know how to effectively treat pediatric tonsillitis.
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are typically used as the primary medication, with the choice of sensitive drugs based on the culture results of the pathogen. Concurrently, regional treatment methods such as tonsil crypt irrigation and direct drug injection can be considered to enhance efficacy. If the child primarily exhibits throat pain symptoms, it is recommended to administer a moderate dose of pain relievers under physician advice to alleviate pain; if fever persists, timely use of antipyretic medication is necessary. If there are repeated acute severe inflammations or complications have already occurred, it is advisable to consider tonsillectomy within two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. After recovery, it is recommended that the child engage in appropriate exercise to enhance immunity and reduce the chance of recurrence.