Patient's question:
My daughter is 3 years old. At first, she had a sore throat, and then I noticed her cough seemed quite severe as well. She also had a slightly fever and seemed lacking in energy. Could you please advise on the dietary precautions to take if her tonsils are inflamed and she is crying?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is necessary to arrange a rational diet for the child. First, the child can be given more vegetables and fruits. The nutritional content in vegetables and fruits is relatively rich, which can help improve the child's immunity and thus aid in the repair of the tonsils. Options such as pears, kiwis, and honeysuckle are recommended, as they also have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying. In daily meals, it should focus on being light, easy to digest, and easy to swallow, such as congee and noodles, which are excellent choices. It is recommended to drink more water. Additionally, it is best to eat less or avoid foods that may trigger symptoms, such as mutton and dog meat. 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 may lead to recurrence.