Question
A 3-year-old boy has recently started to feel a sore throat, his voice is hoarse, and he has been slightly feverish. How should a child with tonsillitis have a rational diet when they have a fever?
Answer
Tonsillitis is one of the more common diseases, and it requires timely treatment. During the treatment period, it is advisable to give the child some vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and are rich in vitamins, which can help boost immunity and resist the disease. For example, pears, apples, tangerines, kiwis, and other fruits are good choices. It is also recommended to choose foods that are easy to swallow and digest, such as congee. Foods like beef, mutton, poultry eggs, and seafood that are prone to cause inflammation should not be given to the child at this stage. At the same time, avoid spicy and irritant food such as spicy hotpot. Finally, it is important to help the child develop good eating habits, avoid picky eating and selective eating, so that they can receive a balanced diet and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.