Patient's question:
My little girl, she is 7 years old. At first, she said she had a sore throat. I noticed that her cough was quite severe, and she was a bit feverish and lacking energy. Could you please tell me: what are the dietary precautions for children with tonsillitis who constantly have a fever?Doctor's answer:
For the disease of tonsillitis in children, it is recommended to regulate through daily diet. Encourage children to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. The reason for encouraging them to consume more vegetables and fruits is mainly to supplement vitamins and trace elements, which helps to enhance immunity and facilitate quicker recovery. However, when choosing fruits, it is important to avoid those that are overly cold in nature. Opt for those that are neutral in properties, such as apples or kiwis. In terms of daily diet, it should be light, easy to digest, and easy to swallow. Foods like congee and noodles are excellent choices. While maintaining a light diet, it is also advisable to limit the intake of foods that may trigger exacerbation, such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, beef, and lamb. In addition to proper diet, it is important not to be picky or biased in eating habits to avoid nutritional deficiencies and weakened resistance, which could lead to recurrence.