Patient's question:
Baby girl, only one month old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered that her cough was quite severe. Additionally, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What dietary precautions should be taken if the child has tonsillitis and difficulty swallowing?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the diet should first be kept light. Vegetables and fruits can be the main components. In addition to being light and non-irritating, these foods are also rich in nutrients, which helps in resisting the disease. For fruits, it is recommended to choose pears, apples, etc. For vegetables, green vegetables, cabbage, tomatoes, etc., are all good options. You can choose based on the child's preferences. It is also advisable to choose some easily digestible foods. Cooking porridge or boiling noodles until soft are both suitable for children during treatment. However, it is important to note that spicy and irritating foods, as well as certain "trigger foods," are not recommended for children during this period. Finally, it is also important to help children develop good eating habits.