Question
The 6-year-old girl initially complained of a sore throat, and it was found that she also had a severe cough, with a persistent low fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
For treatment, first provide symptomatic medications based on the child’s symptoms. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injections, and so on. Painkillers can also be administered according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. It is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible for high fever. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar conditions exist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. It is advisable to have the child engage in appropriate exercise after the condition improves to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.