Question
A 13-year-old boy, in elementary school, has just started experiencing pain when swallowing water. He feels difficulty in swallowing and has been running a fever. What should a child with tonsillitis and a high fever avoid eating?
Answer
Tonsillitis is one of the more common diseases that require timely treatment. During treatment, it’s not advisable to consume spicy and irritant foods such as spicy hotpot or Sichuan hotpot, as well as allergenic substances like beef, mutton, and seafood. It’s recommended to eat some vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have cooling and detoxifying properties, are rich in vitamins, and can help boost immunity to fight off the illness. For instance, try eating pears; they are cool in nature and have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, resolving phlegm, and alleviating pain. Pay attention to easy-to-digest foods like thin porridge and soft noodles in daily meals. Additionally, it’s important to help correct the child’s picky eating habits to ensure comprehensive nutrient absorption.