Patient's question:
My son is 8 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and then he noticed severe coughing. Additionally, he had a slight fever and lacked energy. Could you please advise on dietary for children with tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis in children, the daily diet should primarily be light. You can eat more vegetables and fruits. Both fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins and trace elements, and they are relatively light, so they are very helpful for treating the disease. Examples include pears, apples, kumquats, and kiwis, all of which are good choices. The daily diet should consist of easily digestible foods, such as congee and noodles. It is recommended to drink plenty of water. Additionally, you should eat less or avoid foods that are considered "hot" in traditional Chinese medicine, such as mutton and dog meat. While maintaining a proper diet, it is also important not to be picky or biased in eating to avoid nutritional deficiencies and weakened immunity, which could lead to recurrence.