Question
My son is 5 years old. He recently started saying that drinking water feels painful in his throat. I noticed that he has been coughing quite severely, and he also has a low fever and seems lackluster. I would like to know: What should a child with low fever and pharyngitis avoid eating?
Answer
Pharyngitis is one of the more common diseases and requires timely treatment. During the treatment process, it is advisable to provide children with some vegetables and fruits as they are rich in vitamins, which help boost immunity. For example, fruits like apples and kiwis have the effects of resolving phlegm, clearing heat, moistening the lungs, and are beneficial for the recovery from the illness. In terms of diet, it is recommended to choose easily digestible foods such as well-cooked noodles and congee. Additionally, spicy and irritant foods like spicy hotpot, beef and mutton, seafood, and other irritants are not suitable for children to eat. At the same time, it is important to avoid picky eating or dietary imbalances to prevent malnutrition, which can lead to a decrease in resistance and recurrence of the disease.