Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 6 months old, just starting, says his throat hurts even when drinking water, notices that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and he has a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: What foods can the child eat if his tonsils are inflamed and swollen?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment for tonsillitis, the child's daily diet should primarily focus on light foods. It is advisable to consume more vegetables and fruits, as they are not only light but also rich in various vitamins and trace elements needed by the body, which can help the child resist the disease. For example, apples, kiwis, and other fruits have the additional benefits of regulating qi, resolving phlegm, generating fluids, and moisturizing the lungs, which are very helpful for treating tonsillitis. The daily diet should also be easy to digest and swallow, so it is recommended to consume foods like porridge and noodles. The noodles must be cooked to be very soft. Additionally, the child should drink plenty of plain water. However, it is best to avoid certain "trigger foods," such as seafood and dog meat. While maintaining a proper diet, it is also important not to be picky or biased in eating, to avoid nutritional deficiencies and weakened immunity, which could lead to recurrence.