Question
My daughter is 8 years old. Initially, she had a sore throat, and I noticed that her coughing seemed more severe, and she also had a low-grade fever. How should the red swelling of pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be chosen appropriately. For regional treatment, it is recommended to opt for laser therapy or medication irrigation. For children with obvious symptoms of throat pain, analgesic medications can be used. If there is also a low-grade fever, physical cooling (temperature reduction) can be employed. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is not effective and there are recurrent episodes, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is crucial to ensure the child is well-protected from colds to prevent exacerbation of symptoms.