Question
A one-month-old male infant is experiencing a sore throat, pain while drinking water, difficulty swallowing, and accompanied by fever and lack of energy. What should be noted regarding the diet for a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
Tonsillitis is a common disease, and during the treatment process, the diet should be kept light. It is recommended to consume more vegetables and fruits, which are rich in vitamins and trace elements and help boost immunity. Pears, due to their cooling nature, have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, resolving phlegm, and alleviating pain, and can relieve the discomfort caused by tonsillitis. The diet should include easily digestible foods such as congee and noodles. It is important to avoid irritants such as beef, mutton, poultry eggs, seafood, as well as spicy and stimulating foods like spicy hotpot. At the same time, it is necessary to help the child correct the habits of picky eating and anorexia to ensure a comprehensive intake of nutrition.