Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows something. We noticed that his cough is quite severe. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on dietary precautions for children with tonsillitis and crying?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is necessary to reasonably arrange the child's diet. First, the child can be encouraged to eat more vegetables and fruits, primarily because vegetables and fruits are not only light but also rich in various vitamins and trace elements needed by the human body. Clearly, they can help the child resist the disease. For example, apples, kiwis, and others have the functions of regulating qi, resolving phlegm, generating fluid, and moistening the lungs, which are very helpful for the treatment of tonsillitis. It is also recommended to choose some easily digestible foods, such as cooking porridge or boiling noodles until they are soft, which are all suitable for the child during the treatment. However, it should be noted that stimulating, spicy foods, as well as some allergenic foods, are not recommended for the child during this period. Finally, it is also important to help the child develop good eating habits, avoiding picky eating and fussy eating, so that the nutrition is comprehensive and the incidence of tonsillitis can be reduced.