Question
My child is an 8-year-old boy. He just started saying that he has a sore throat when swallowing, and it seems a bit difficult to swallow. Additionally, he has a persistent fever that doesn’t go away. What should I note about the diet for infants and young children with tonsillitis and persistent fever?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is important to arrange a reasonable diet for the child. Firstly, you can give your child more vegetables and fruits, as they are rich in vitamins that can boost immunity and improve symptoms. Choices of fruits like pears, watermelons, tangerines, and pomelos, as well as green leafy vegetables and tomatoes, are good options. Moreover, you can offer your child easily digestible foods such as porridge or well-cooked noodles. In terms of diet, keep it light and avoid spicy foods such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, and beef or mutton. Lastly, help your child develop good eating habits.