A disease in which the
tonsils are inflamed is called a sore throat. With hypothermia and overwork, infection, poor nutrition, streptococci and staphylococci begin to multiply, for them these are ideal conditions. They are the causative agents of such a disease as purulent tonsillitis in a child. The treatment of this disease depends on the type of pathogen, on the severity of the disease, on the age of the baby and individual characteristics.
Purulent tonsillitis in a child
Treatment should begin as soon as the diagnosis has been made. Symptoms of the disease:
- heat;
- sore throat when swallowing;
- headache;
- weakness;
- the vagaries of the child;
- refusal of food;
- vomiting and diarrhea (sometimes).
How to identify?
On examination, the baby has enlarged tonsils and a
red throat . White plaque on the surface.
Purulent tonsillitis in a child: treatment
It is extremely important in the treatment of the disease to gargle. If the child is small, then you should choose a solution of furatsilin, since if swallowed it is not dangerous. The Miromistin spray is also suitable, a solution of hydrogen peroxide - 2 tablespoons per glass of water, a slightly pink solution of potassium permanganate. You can give your child infusions of herbs - sage, calendula, chamomile. They relieve inflammation well. In the fight against the disease, sprays will help well:
- "Lugol";
- Hexoral;
- Tantum Verde;
- Ingalipt.
But it is not worth lubricating the tonsils with any solution, since the mucous membrane is damaged - the protective layer. This will only aggravate the course of a disease such as purulent tonsillitis.
Is the child 1 year old or a little more? It should be borne in mind that, as a rule, the disease is accompanied by a high temperature - sometimes it reaches 40 degrees, which is dangerous for a baby of this age. If the thermometer shows a mark below 38, then you should not give antipyretics to the baby. But if the baby has neurological abnormalities, then even a temperature of 38 can cause seizures. Therefore, you should carefully monitor the condition of the baby.
Purulent tonsillitis: taking antibiotics
The most commonly used antibiotics are the penicillin group. This is justified by the fact that these drugs are easily tolerated and very effective. Usually prescribed medications are Amoxiclav, Flemoxin, Augmetin. For allergic reactions to drugs of this series, pediatricians recommend the use of macrolides - drugs such as Sumamed, Cephalexin, Zinnat. The duration of antibiotic therapy is determined only by the attending physician!
The opinion of a famous pediatrician. Purulent tonsillitis in a child
Komarovsky is one of the best pediatricians, whose advice is used by many mothers. In his opinion, sore throat cannot be cured without antibiotics, since this is a
bacterial disease. The main thing - you should not treat sore throat only with sucking tablets. They are widely advertised, but the instructions say that this drug is used for adjunctive therapy.
Should I give my child an antihistamine? According to Dr. Komarovsky, antihistamines should not be given. Since he, in case of allergy, will only slow down the reaction. And during this time, the body will receive more than once an allergen. Thus, even anaphylactic shock can be provoked.
Conclusion
If the doctor has diagnosed a purulent sore throat in a child, treatment should be started as soon as possible. You can’t do without antibiotics. The main thing is to show the baby to the doctor in time and follow all his recommendations.