Patient's question:
My son is 4 years old. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed something. It was discovered that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What foods can a child with tonsillitis and a sore throat eat?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is necessary to arrange a reasonable diet for the child. First, the child should be encouraged to eat more vegetables and fruits. The nutritional content in vegetables and fruits is relatively rich, which can help improve the child's immunity and thus aid in the healing of the tonsils. For fruits, it is recommended to choose pears, apples, etc., and for vegetables, options like green vegetables, cabbage, and tomatoes are all good choices. You can select based on the child's preferences. In terms of dietary choices, it is best to opt for easily digestible foods, such as congee and noodles. Foods like beef, lamb, poultry, eggs, and seafood, which are considered "heating" or "irritating" foods, should be avoided during this period. This also includes spicy and irritating foods like hot pot and spicy noodle soup. In addition to following the doctor's advice, parents should also help the child develop good eating and lifestyle habits, which can aid in early recovery.