Patient's question:
Female baby, currently 7 years old, just started, feels a sore throat when speaking, noticed it, accompanied by mild cough. Additionally, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What should the child eat during the treatment for tonsillitis discomfort?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from tonsillitis, in addition to prompt treatment, dietary attention should also be given. First, they can eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, as these are relatively rich in nutrients and can effectively help boost the child's immunity. Options include pears, watermelon, kumquats, and pomegranates. For vegetables, leafy greens and tomatoes are excellent choices. In daily meals, it's best to focus on light, easy-to-digest, and easy-to-swallow foods, such as congee and noodles. Foods like beef, lamb, poultry eggs, and seafood, which are considered "heating" or "irritating" foods, should be avoided during this period. Of course, spicy and irritating foods like hot pot and spicy noodles should also be excluded. In addition to following the doctor's advice for treating tonsillitis, parents should also help their children develop good dietary and lifestyle habits, which can aid in early recovery.