Patient's question:
My daughter is 9 years old. At first, she said her throat hurt even when she drank water, and she noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, she has had a slight fever for a while. Please advise: How should children with tonsillitis and fever have a rational diet?Doctor's answer:
It is very important to help your child recover from tonsillitis and return to a normal diet as soon as possible. First, they should eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins and trace elements, and they are relatively light, so they are very helpful in treating the illness. You can choose apples, kiwis, and kumquats, which also have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying. In daily meals, it is also important to choose easily digestible and swallowable foods, so it is recommended to focus on thin porridge and noodle dishes. The noodles must be cooked soft and smooth. Additionally, it is important to drink plenty of plain water and avoid foods that may aggravate the condition, such as beef, lamb, and dog meat. Seafood should also be eaten sparingly or avoided. While maintaining a proper diet, it is also essential not to be picky or biased about food, as this could lead to nutritional deficiencies and weakened immunity, increasing the risk of recurrence.