Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a slight sore throat, noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and it seemed like a low fever that never went away. Please ask: How should infants and young children with tonsillitis cry and eat a rational diet?Doctor's answer:
While treating children's tonsillitis, dietary management also requires sufficient attention. Generally, it is recommended to give children more fruits and vegetables. In addition to being light and non-irritating, these foods are rich in nutrients, which helps in resisting the disease. Options include pears, watermelon, kumquats, and pomegranates. For vegetables, green leafy greens and tomatoes are excellent choices. Daily diet should also focus on easy digestion and easy swallowing, so it is advisable to prioritize porridge and noodle dishes. The noodles must be cooked to be soft and smooth. Foods that are considered "heating" such as beef, lamb, poultry, eggs, and seafood should be avoided during this period. This also includes spicy and irritating foods like hot pot and spicy noodles. Finally, it is important to help children develop healthy eating habits, avoiding pickiness and food preferences, so that they can obtain comprehensive nutrition and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.