Question
A 12-year-old boy is experiencing swallowing pain, mild coughing, and low-grade fever, diagnosed with tonsillitis. How should pediatric tonsillitis be effectively treated?
Answer
For pediatric tonsillitis, it is recommended to use appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under physician guidance to alleviate inflammation. Regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, drug injections, or laser therapy can also be considered. If the pain is severe, painkillers may be administered as necessary. For fever, physical cooling can be used if the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, and antipyretics can be taken if it is higher. If the condition recurs, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled. At the same time, attention should be paid to the child’s diet and rest to aid in recovery from the disease.