Question
Dear doctor, my daughter is currently 7 years old. Initially, she felt a sore throat while speaking, and it seemed that swallowing was a bit difficult. Additionally, she seems to have had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How should we treat the pain caused by her tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis and can be chosen appropriately. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. Pain relief medication can be given to the child for throat pain. Some children may also have fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining good dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest time.