Patient's question:
Baby girl, only one month old, just starting out. She says drinking water feels painful in her throat, and she seems to have difficulty swallowing. Also, she has had a low fever for a while. Please ask: What are the dietary restrictions for a child with tonsillitis who is very uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis in children, it is recommended to follow a light diet. Children can be given more vegetables and fruits, as they are rich in vitamins, which help boost immunity. For example, apples, kiwis, and other fruits have the effects of regulating qi, expelling phlegm, nourishing fluids, and moistening the lungs, which are very helpful for the recovery of tonsillitis. Daily diet should also be easy to digest and swallow, so it is suggested to mainly consume porridge and noodle dishes. Noodles must be cooked to be very soft, like beef, mutton, poultry eggs, and seafood, which are considered "trigger foods" during this period, should not be given to children. Of course, this also includes spicy and pungent foods like hot pot and spicy soup. Lastly, it is also important to help children develop good eating habits.