Question
My son is a 9-year-old boy. Initially, he felt pain when drinking water, and I noticed he had a slight cough as well. He also had a bit of a fever and seemed less energetic. How should pediatric tonsillitis and throat pain be treated?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used. The choice of medication can be based on the sensitivity test of the bacteria, which has been shown to be effective. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the child’s primary symptom is throat pain, parents may consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If the child also has a fever, it should be treated accordingly. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is required. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent attacks. If similar situations occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. Also, it is necessary to ensure sufficient rest and avoid fatigue.