Question
A two-year-old boy is experiencing swallowing pain, hoarseness, and low-grade fever, and has been diagnosed with tonsillitis. What should be noted about the child’s diet during treatment?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, it is recommended to adopt a light diet. Consume plenty of vegetables and fruits, as they are not only light but also rich in vitamins and trace elements, which help to boost immunity. For instance, pears have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, expectorating mucus, and relieving pain, which can alleviate throat discomfort caused by acute tonsillitis. Additionally, provide the child with easily digestible foods such as porridge and cooked soft noodles. Avoid spicy and irritating foods like spicy hotpot and hotpot, as well as foods like beef and mutton, seafood, etc., that may cause inflammation. Diet is very important in the treatment of tonsillitis, so please pay close attention to the child’s diet.