Question
A 12-year-old boy, who is in elementary school, started feeling a bit of pain in his throat. He noticed that swallowing was a bit difficult, and he also had a low-grade fever and lacked energy. What dietary taboos should be avoided when a child has tonsillitis with low fever?
Answer
It is very important to seek medical attention as soon as a child is diagnosed with tonsillitis. Parents should encourage their child to consume more vegetables and fruits to supplement vitamins and trace elements, boost immunity, and promote recovery. For example, fruits like pears and apples have cooling and anti-inflammatory properties and can be eaten more often. Daily meals should be easy to digest and easy to swallow, so it is recommended to primarily eat porridge and soft noodles. At the same time, parents should also ensure that their child does not consume spicy or irritant food. In addition to following the doctor’s treatment plan, parents should also help their child develop good eating and living habits, which will aid in a quicker recovery.