Question
My 8-year-old son has just started to feel a sore throat when speaking, and I’ve noticed that he’s been coughing quite severely. Now, he has a persistent high fever. What should I be cautious about regarding my child’s tonsillitis in terms of crying, and diet?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is recommended that the mother take the child to seek treatment promptly. In terms of diet, it is best to start with light vegetables and fruits, which are a good choice during the treatment period. Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins and trace elements and are relatively light, which is very helpful for treating the disease. For example, the vitamin C in tangerine peel has good anti-inflammatory effects. For other dietary suggestions, choose some soft and easily digestible foods, such as well-cooked noodles and congee. In addition to light eating, it is also important to reduce intake of irritants such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, and mutton and beef. Diet plays a crucial role in the treatment of tonsillitis, so attention must be paid to it.