Question
A 9-year-old boy, at first, reported a sore throat, accompanied by a slight cough, and also had a bit of fever and lack of energy. How should crying children with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
To better treat tonsillitis, one can select symptomatic medications with anti-inflammatory effects under a doctor’s guidance. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatments can also be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the child’s throat is particularly painful, painkillers can be administered. Additionally, if there is fever, fever reducers can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets enough rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.