Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 8 years old, started by saying she had pain when swallowing. I noticed that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke, and she also had a low fever. Could you please advise on how to maintain a reasonable diet for a child with tonsillitis and fever?Doctor's answer:
The child has tonsillitis, so it is recommended that parents take the child to seek medical treatment in a timely manner. In terms of diet, vegetables and fruits are relatively light and make for a good choice during the treatment period. These foods are not only rich in vitamins and trace elements, which can help boost immunity, but they are also quite light. Fruits like pears and apples have the properties of clearing heat and reducing inflammation, so it is advisable to eat more of them. For staple foods, it is best to choose relatively fine and soft options, such as porridge or noodles, to avoid affecting swallowing or worsening constipation. At the same time, parents should also pay attention not to let the child eat spicy, irritating, or greasy foods. Lastly, it is important to help the child develop good eating habits.