Patient's question:
My son is 8 years old. At first, he said he had a sore throat. I noticed that his cough was quite severe, and it seemed like his low-grade fever never went away. Could you please advise on what dietary precautions are important for a child with tonsillitis and swollen tonsils?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is necessary to arrange a reasonable diet for the child. First, the child should be encouraged to eat more vegetables and fruits, as they are rich in vitamins, which help boost the immune system. For example, the peels of kumquats are rich in vitamin C, which has excellent anti-inflammatory effects. Daily meals should also be easy to digest and swallow, so it is recommended to focus on foods like porridge and noodles. The noodles must be cooked to be very soft. Foods like beef, lamb, poultry eggs, and seafood, which are considered "trigger foods," should be avoided during this stage. Of course, this also includes spicy and irritating foods like hot pot and spicy noodle soup. Pediatric tonsillitis can lead to complications, which are very harmful to the child's health. Therefore, parents must help the child receive proper treatment.