Question
My son is 2 years old. Initially, he said he felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed he had more severe coughing and had been slightly feverish. What should a child with swollen tonsils and tonsillitis avoid eating?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis in children, it is recommended to maintain a light diet, giving the child more vegetables and fruits, which are rich in vitamins to boost immunity. For instance, the vitamin C in tangerine peel is excellent for anti-inflammatory effects. It is advisable to choose foods that are easy to swallow and digest, such as porridge. However, one should avoid spicy and irritant foods, as well as those that may trigger allergic reactions. At this stage, it is not recommended to give these foods to the child. Lastly, it is important to help the child develop good eating habits, avoiding picky eating and selective eating, to ensure a balanced diet and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.