Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water, and noticed that his cough was quite severe. Additionally, he had low-grade fever. Please ask: What dietary precautions should be taken for children with tonsillitis and discomfort?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis, diet is also a very important aspect. It is recommended that mothers can give their children more vegetables and fruits. Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins and trace elements, and they are relatively light in flavor, so they are very helpful for the treatment of the disease. For example, fruits like pears and apples have the effects of clearing heat and reducing inflammation, so they can be eaten more. It is also suggested to choose some easily digestible foods, such as cooking porridge or boiling noodles until they are soft, which are very suitable for children during treatment. At the same time, parents should pay attention not to let their children eat spicy, irritating, or greasy foods. Finally, it is also important to help children develop good eating habits, avoiding picky eating and partiality, so that they can get comprehensive nutrition and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.