Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Could you please advise on what dietary precautions should be taken if his tonsils are inflamed and swollen?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents take their children with tonsillitis to seek treatment promptly. In terms of diet, vegetables and fruits are a good choice during the treatment period as they are light and rich in various vitamins and trace elements needed by the body, which can help children fight the illness. Fruits like apples and kiwis also have the effects of regulating qi, resolving phlegm, generating fluids, and moistening the lungs, which are beneficial for treating tonsillitis. It is also advisable to choose easily digestible foods, such as porridge or well-cooked noodles, which are suitable for children during the treatment. While maintaining a light diet, it is important to avoid certain foods that may exacerbate the condition, such as poultry, eggs, donkey meat, beef, and lamb. In addition to following the doctor's advice, parents should also help their children develop good dietary and lifestyle habits, which can aid in early recovery.