Question
My son is 8 years old. He recently started saying that he feels pain when drinking water, and his cough is quite severe. He also has a slight fever and seems lackluster. How can we treat his painful pediatric tonsillitis effectively?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. While undergoing systemic treatment, regional treatment can also be chosen to enhance the efficacy, including methods such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct tonsil injection with medication. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child continues to have a persistent fever, oral antipyretics can be taken. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also necessary to ensure sufficient rest and avoid fatigue.