Patient's question:
My boy, who is 5 years old, started by saying he had a sore throat. It was discovered that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and he also had a low fever. Please ask: What dietary precautions should be taken for children with tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
For the disease of tonsillitis in children, it is recommended to start with daily diet adjustment. Encourage children to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. The reason for encouraging children to eat more vegetables and fruits is mainly to supplement vitamins and trace elements, which helps improve immunity and facilitates faster recovery. When choosing fruits, it is generally advisable to select those that are neutral in nature and rich in vitamins, such as kumquats or kiwis. It is also recommended to choose easily digestible foods, such as porridge or well-cooked noodles, which are suitable for children during their recovery. Additionally, it is important to avoid foods that may exacerbate symptoms, such as beef, lamb, dog meat, and seafood. While maintaining a proper diet, it is also essential not to be picky or biased in eating habits to prevent nutritional deficiencies and weakened immunity, which could lead to recurrence.