Patient's question:
My son is 3 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Also, he has had a low-grade fever for a while. I would like to ask: what dietary restrictions should there be if the child has tonsillitis and is uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
While treating children's tonsillitis, dietary attention is also crucial. It is generally recommended to give children more fruits and vegetables, as they are rich in vitamins and trace elements, and are relatively light in flavor, which is very helpful for treating the disease. For fruits, we usually suggest choosing those that are neutral in nature and rich in vitamins, such as kumquats or kiwis. It is advisable to select foods that are easy to swallow and digest, such as congee. 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 spicy hot pot or hot pot. Finally, it is important to help children develop good eating habits.