Question
A 4-year-old boy, initially complaining of pain when swallowing, noticed that he has been coughing quite severely and has had a slight fever. What are the dietary precautions for a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child is diagnosed with tonsillitis, parents should seek medical attention immediately. At the same time, it is important to ensure that the child consumes plenty of vegetables and fruits, as well as light and non-irritating foods to help fight off the illness. For instance, pears and apples have cooling and anti-inflammatory properties and can be consumed more. Daily meals should also be easy to digest, with soups and noodles recommended as the main foods. They should be cooked until soft. In addition to proper diet, it is also important not to be picky or have a one-sided diet to avoid malnutrition and weakened immunity, which may lead to recurrence.