Question
Dear parents, our baby girl is only 3 months old and has recently been experiencing symptoms such as sore throat, difficulty drinking water, severe cough, and persistent low fever. Could it be tonsillitis in children? What are the dietary restrictions?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is important to arrange a child’s diet reasonably. It is recommended to give children more vegetables and fruits, as they are rich in vitamins and help boost immunity and improve symptoms. For instance, pears are cooling and can help reduce fever, soothe the throat, resolve phlegm, and alleviate pain for acute tonsillitis. Choose easily digestible foods such as congee and noodles when eating, and avoid spicy and irritant foods as well as some allergenic foods. Additionally, be mindful to avoid picky eating to ensure that the child receives sufficient nutrition and strengthens their resistance to prevent recurrence of the illness.