Question
What should be paid attention to in the diet when the tonsils swell?
Answer
Patients with swollen tonsils should avoid eating foods that may exacerbate inflammation during the inflammatory stage, such as lamb and dog meat. If the inflammation improves, they can consult their doctor about gradually resuming these foods. In non-inflammatory periods, it is recommended to consume these foods in moderation based on personal constitution and past dietary experience, but excessive intake should be avoided to prevent unnecessary reactions. When it comes to antibiotics, penicillin-class antibiotics are typically used. If there is a penicillin allergy, alternatives such as erythromycin and lincomycin can be used. For symptoms like high fever, headache, and body aches, analgesics like aspirin can be used. If there is no improvement in the condition after 2-3 days of treatment, consider the possibility of viral or other bacterial infections. At this point, it may be necessary to switch to antiviral medications or use sensitive antibiotics. Sometimes, corticosteroids such as prednisone and dexamethasone may also be used discretionarily. Tonsillitis usually refers to the nonspecific inflammation of the palatine tonsils and can be divided into acute tonsillitis and chronic tonsillitis.