Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking. He noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and he also had a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: What dietary precautions should children take when they have swollen and red tonsils?Doctor's answer:
While treating children's tonsillitis, dietary care should also be given sufficient attention. It is generally recommended to give children more fruits and vegetables. The reason for encouraging them to eat more fruits and vegetables is mainly to supplement vitamins and trace elements, which helps boost immunity and aid in faster recovery. Fruits like pears and apples, for example, have cooling and anti-inflammatory effects and can be consumed in larger quantities. Daily diet should also focus on easy digestion and swallowing, so it is advisable to prioritize foods like porridge and noodles. The noodles must be cooked to be soft and smooth. However, it is important to avoid foods and certain trigger foods during this period. Lastly, it is also important to help children develop healthy eating habits, avoiding pickiness and food preferences, so that they can obtain balanced nutrition and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.