Dr. Ma, Hello! My child is seven years old and the tonsils often become purulent, what should I do?

Question

My child frequently has a fever and coughs, already seven years old, and the tonsils often become purulent. What should I do?

Answer

It is best to continue using broad-spectrum antibiotics for treatment, such as macrolides, penicillins, and cephalosporins, and to continue applying penicillin, azithromycin, or cefalosporin for symptomatic anti-inflammatory therapy. If the effect is not satisfactory, consider tonsillectomy.