Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he said he had a sore throat. It was found that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and he had been slightly feverish all along. Please ask: If the child has tonsillitis, what are the dietary restrictions?Doctor's answer:
It is essential to promptly treat tonsillitis in children. Additionally, their daily diet should include more vegetables and fruits. This is mainly because vegetables and fruits are not only light but also rich in various vitamins and trace elements needed by the human body, which can obviously help children resist diseases. For example, apples, kiwis, and others have the functions of regulating qi, resolving phlegm, generating fluids, and moistening the lungs, which are very beneficial for treating tonsillitis. When it comes to staple foods, it is best to choose softer and finer options, such as porridge or noodles, to avoid difficulties in swallowing or worsening constipation. While maintaining a light diet, it is also important to consume fewer allergenic foods, such as poultry, eggs, donkey meat, beef, and lamb. In daily life, it is also necessary to help children develop good habits. In addition to a healthy diet, they should maintain a regular sleep schedule, go to bed early and wake up early, and engage in appropriate exercise.