Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts, and we found that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Also, he has a low fever and lacks energy. Please ask: What should be noted in the diet if the child has tonsillitis and a low fever?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, it is important to maintain a light diet first. Vegetables and fruits should be the main components, as they are not only light but also rich in various vitamins and trace elements needed by the body, which can clearly help the child fight the disease. For example, pears are cool in nature and have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, expelling phlegm, and relieving pain, which can alleviate the symptoms of acute tonsillitis, such as throat discomfort. In terms of diet, it is advisable to choose foods that are soft and easy to digest, such as well-cooked noodles and porridge, which are both good options. While maintaining a light diet, it is also important to eat less trigger foods, such as poultry, eggs, donkey meat, beef, and mutton. Finally, it is essential to help the child develop good eating habits.