Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. At first, he said his throat hurts when swallowing, and I noticed his voice is a bit hoarse when talking. Also, he has had a slight fever for a while. Please ask: What should a child eat during the treatment for tonsillitis and swallowing difficulties?Doctor's answer:
tonsillitis is currently one of the more common illnesses, requiring timely treatment. While being treated, it's important to feed children some vegetables and fruits. Vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamins, which help boost immunity. Fruits like pears and apples, for example, have the effects of clearing heat and reducing inflammation, so they can be eaten in larger quantities. In terms of daily diet, it should focus on light, easily digestible, and easy-to-swallow foods, such as congee and noodles, which are excellent choices. At the same time, it's important to avoid giving children "trigger foods" as much as possible, such as beef, lamb, dog meat, and seafood, as they may worsen symptoms. Diet plays a very crucial role in the treatment of tonsillitis, so attention must be paid to this.