Question
Dear parents, my son is just over 8 months old and has just started to feel a sore throat when talking. He also has a slight cough and now has a persistent high fever. What dietary restrictions should be avoided in cases of pediatric pharyngitis with fever?
Answer
It is essential to treat pharyngitis promptly in children. In addition, daily diet should include more vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have the function of clearing heat and detoxifying, and are rich in vitamins that can help boost immunity and fight off diseases. Fruits like apples and kiwis also have the effects of regulating qi and resolving phlegm, which can be very helpful for the quality of pharyngitis. Also, it is important to choose easily digestible foods for the child, such as thin porridge or well-cooked noodles and dumpling skins. However, it is also important to note that during this stage, it is not recommended to give children spicy and irritant foods, as well as certain triggering substances. Finally, parents should help children develop good living habits, regular routines, and appropriate exercise to improve immunity, which can greatly reduce the incidence of diseases.