Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, in elementary school. At first, he said even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and he had been slightly feverish all along. Please ask: What dietary precautions should be noted for children with tonsillitis and sore throat?Doctor's answer:
For the disease of tonsillitis in children, it is recommended to start with daily diet for regulation. Children can be encouraged to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, mainly because vegetables and fruits are not only light but also rich in various vitamins and trace elements needed by the human body, which can obviously help children resist the disease. For example, pears are cool in nature and have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, expelling phlegm, and relieving pain, which can alleviate the symptoms of acute tonsillitis in the throat. In daily diet, it should focus on light, easy to digest, and easy to swallow, such as congee and noodles, which are very good choices. Additionally, it is important to drink more plain water and eat less "heating" foods like beef, mutton, and dog meat. Seafood is also best to eat less or avoid altogether. Diet is also very crucial for the treatment of tonsillitis, so pay close attention.