Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 3 years old. She initially complained of a sore throat while swallowing, with severe coughing and a slight fever. What dietary considerations should be taken when a child has tonsillitis and a fever?
Answer
Dietary care during the recovery period of pediatric tonsillitis is crucial. It is recommended to consume plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits, which are rich in vitamins and help boost immunity. For example, pears are cool in nature and have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, resolving phlegm, and relieving pain, which can alleviate discomfort caused by acute tonsillitis. Daily meals should be light and easy to digest, such as congee or noodles, and it is suggested to drink more water. Additionally, it is advisable to reduce or avoid eating foods like mutton and dog meat that can trigger inflammation, and to avoid picky eating to prevent nutritional imbalance that may affect immunity and increase the risk of recurrence.