Question
My daughter is 3 years old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed she was coughing quite severely. It seems like she has a low fever that hasn’t gone away. What should be the treatment for pediatric tonsillitis in cases of crying and fussiness?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose symptomatic treatment, and in addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsil medication injection. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If there is a fever, choose a method to reduce the temperature based on the body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius can be physically cooled, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. In cases of recurrent acute severe tonsillitis or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.