Question
A 13-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of pain when swallowing water, and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He has also been slightly feverish. What should a child with tonsillitis and a high fever avoid eating?
Answer
Tonsillitis is one of the more common diseases and requires timely treatment. While being treated, it’s important to avoid giving the child certain foods. Many fruits have cooling and detoxifying properties and are rich in vitamins, which can help boost immunity and resist diseases. For example, pears are cool in nature and have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, resolving phlegm, and relieving pain. They can alleviate the discomfort of the throat in acute tonsillitis. In daily diet, attention should be paid to easy-to-digest and easy-to-swallow foods, so it is recommended to mainly consume thin porridge and soft noodles. Additionally, it’s best to avoid spicy and stimulating foods like spicy hotpot and beef noodles, as well as allergenic foods like beef and seafood. Also, be mindful to help correct the child’s bad habits of picky eating and anorexia to ensure comprehensive nutrient absorption.