Patient's question:
My child is a 6-year-old boy. At first, he said that even drinking water felt painful in his throat, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Simultaneously, it seemed like he had a low-grade fever that never subsided. Could you please advise what a child with tonsillitis can eat more to help with crying?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment for tonsillitis, the child's daily diet should primarily focus on light and nutritious foods. It is recommended to consume more vegetables and fruits, as they are rich in vitamins and trace elements, and are relatively light in texture, which is very beneficial for the treatment of the illness. For example, apples and kiwis also have the effects of soothing the stomach, resolving phlegm, generating fluids, and moisturizing the lungs, which are highly beneficial for alleviating tonsillitis. In addition, the diet should be easy to digest and swallow. Therefore, it is advised to consume foods like porridge and noodles. The noodles must be cooked until they are very soft. While following a light diet, it is also important to avoid certain trigger foods, such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, beef, and lamb. Parents should also help their children develop good eating habits, ensuring that the food is hygienic and healthy, and that they do not be picky or biased toward certain foods.