Question
My son is 1 year old. Initially, he felt pain when swallowing and drinking water, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse during speech, and he had a low-grade fever. What should I pay attention to in terms of crying, diet, and other aspects for my child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis in children, it is first important to maintain a light diet. It is recommended to consume more vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and are rich in vitamins that can help boost immunity and resist diseases. For fruits, options like pears and apples are suggested, while vegetables like green vegetables, cabbage, and tomatoes are also good choices; you can select according to your child’s preferences. At the same time, it is important to choose easily digestible foods for the child, such as congee, cooked noodles, and dumpling wrappers. It is recommended to drink plenty of water. Additionally, it is advisable to eat less or not eat foods that are prone to inflammation, such as mutton and dog meat. In addition to proper diet, attention should also be paid to not being picky or biased in eating habits to avoid malnutrition, reduce immunity, and lead to recurrence.