Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water, and I noticed that his cough also seemed to be more severe. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What should I pay attention to in his diet if he has tonsillitis and a fever?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis in children, it is recommended to follow a light diet. Encourage the child to eat more vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, and are rich in vitamins, which can help boost immunity and resist diseases. For example, apples, kiwis, etc., also have the functions of regulating qi, resolving phlegm, generating body fluids, and moisturizing the lungs, which are very beneficial for the recovery of tonsillitis. In daily diet, it should be light, easy to digest, and easy to swallow, such as congee and noodles, which are very good choices. Additionally, it is important to drink plenty of plain water and eat less "heating" foods like beef, lamb, and dog meat. Seafood is also best to eat less or avoid altogether. While maintaining a proper diet, it is also important not to be picky or biased in eating, to avoid nutritional deficiencies and low resistance, which could lead to recurrence.