Question

A 5-year-old girl, at first, felt pain when drinking water, noticed that her cough seemed more severe, and she also had a slight fever and lacked energy. How should painful pediatric tonsillitis be treated?

Answer

For treatment, it is first recommended to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. For regional treatment, laser therapy or medication irrigation is suggested. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to undergo surgery early on. Finally, parents are encouraged to pay attention to this disease and bring their child for medical treatment as soon as possible. In addition, it is important to do well in related preventive and health care work on a daily basis.