Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, started primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when talking, and discovered it was accompanied by mild coughing. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What dietary precautions should be taken if the child has tonsillitis and is feeling uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment for tonsillitis, the daily diet should first be light and easy to digest. Children can eat more vegetables and fruits. The reason for encouraging them to consume more vegetables and fruits is mainly to supplement vitamins and trace elements, which helps boost the immune system and aids in a faster recovery. Fruits like pears, kiwis, and goldenseals are good choices, as they also have a cooling and detoxifying effect. In terms of other dietary recommendations, it is advisable to choose foods that are soft and easy to digest, such as well-cooked noodles and porridge. Additionally, spicy and irritating foods like hotpot and spicy noodles, as well as "trigger foods" such as beef, lamb, and seafood, should be avoided. Lastly, it is important to help children develop healthy eating habits, avoiding pickiness and food preferences, to ensure a balanced diet and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.