Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 7 months old, just starting, says his throat hurts even when drinking water, notices that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and has had a slight fever all along. Please ask: what are the dietary restrictions for a child with tonsillitis and fever?Doctor's answer:
Children's tonsils are very prone to inflammation. If it occurs, it should be examined and treated as early as possible. In terms of diet, it is recommended to focus on lighter foods such as vegetables and fruits. Vegetables and fruits are relatively rich in nutrients, which can help improve children's immunity. For example, pears are cooling and have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, expectorating, and relieving pain, which can alleviate the symptoms of acute tonsillitis in the throat. In daily diet, it should be light, easy to digest, and easy to swallow. For example, porridge and noodles are very good. During this period, avoid giving children foods that are considered "damp" such as beef, lamb, poultry, eggs, and seafood. Of course, spicy and irritating foods like hot pot and spicy noodles should also be avoided. In daily life, it is also important to help children develop good habits. In addition to a healthy diet, it is also necessary to maintain early rising and going to bed early, and engage in appropriate exercise.