Question
My daughter is 8 years old, and she just started saying that it hurts when she swallows, and I noticed that she has been coughing more severely, and she seems to have a low fever that hasn’t gone away. What should a child with tonsillitis avoid eating when they have a fever?
Answer
It is recommended that parents take their child to the doctor promptly if they have tonsillitis. In terms of diet, it is suggested to eat light and consume plenty of vegetables and fruits, avoiding overly cold fruits such as apples and kiwis. The main food should be porridge and noodles, and it is advisable to avoid eating beef, mutton, poultry eggs, and seafood, which are more likely to trigger diseases. At the same time, helping the child develop good eating habits, avoiding picky eating, can contribute to a balanced diet and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.