Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 7 years old, just started, feels a sore throat when speaking, notices it, cough seems to be more severe as well, and now has high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What dietary precautions should be taken for children with tonsillitis and swallowing difficulties?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis in children, it is recommended to follow a light diet. Children can be given more vegetables and fruits. In addition to being light and non-irritating, these foods are also rich in nutrients, which helps to enhance the body's resistance to disease. For example, apples, kiwis, and other fruits have the effects of regulating qi, resolving phlegm, nourishing fluids, and moistening the lungs, which are very helpful for improving the condition of tonsillitis. For daily diet, it should be light, easy to digest, and easy to swallow, such as porridge and noodles, which are very good. Additionally, spicy and irritating foods, such as spicy hot pot and hotpot, as well as allergenic foods, such as beef, mutton, and seafood, should not be given to children. At the same time, it is also necessary to help children correct their bad habits of picky eating and poor appetite to ensure comprehensive nutrient absorption.