Question
Dear Sir/Madam, My daughter is currently 5 years old. Initially, she felt pain when swallowing water, and she has been coughing more severely. Moreover, she has had a slight fever. How should we treat her red and swollen tonsillitis?
Answer
For treatment, you can first provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. You can also consider regional treatments, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. Additionally, you can give the child pain relief medication, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate suffering. If the child has a fever, you can administer medications with antipyretic effects. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. For those with recurrent episodes of inflammation, surgery may be considered. During treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods.