Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he said his throat hurt even when he drank water. I noticed that his cough also seemed more severe, and he had a low fever. Could you please tell me what children with tonsillitis and low fever should avoid eating?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment for tonsillitis, the daily diet should primarily focus on light and plain foods. You can consume more vegetables and fruits. In addition to being light and non-irritating, these foods are also rich in nutrients, which help boost the immune system to fight off the illness. For example, the peels of kumquats are rich in vitamin C, which has excellent anti-inflammatory properties. You can also choose easily digestible foods for your child, such as thin porridge or well-cooked noodles. While maintaining a light diet, it's important to limit foods that may exacerbate the condition, such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, beef, and lamb. Along with proper diet, it's also essential to avoid picky or biased eating habits to prevent nutritional deficiencies and weakened immunity, which could lead to recurrence.