Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 4 years old. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water, and I noticed his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on what foods he can eat more to help with his tonsillitis and fever?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from tonsillitis, in addition to prompt treatment, dietary attention should also be given. First, they can eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. In addition to being light and non-irritating, these foods are also rich in nutrients, which helps in resisting the disease. For example, pears are cool in nature and have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, expelling phlegm, and relieving pain. They can alleviate the symptoms of acute tonsillitis, such as sore throat discomfort. In daily meals, easily digestible foods like porridge and noodles should be chosen. At the same time, it is important to avoid giving the child "trigger foods" as much as possible, such as beef, lamb, dog meat, and seafood, which may worsen symptoms. Finally, parents should help their children develop good habits, maintain a regular schedule, engage in appropriate exercise, and boost their immunity. This can significantly reduce the incidence of the disease.