Question

A 30-month-old boy has been hoarse for 4 days, and today’s examination reveals some redness in the throat. The child is in good spirits and has no other cold symptoms. What medication should be used?

Answer

Based on the child’s symptoms, an initial diagnosis of tonsillitis is suggested. Here are the recommendations:

  1. During the acute phase, the child should consume light and easily digestible foods such as thin rice porridge (with salt), juice, sugarcane juice, water chestnut soup (powder), mung bean soup, etc. During the chronic phase, it is recommended to eat nourishing foods such as vegetables, fruits, and beans, like green vegetables, tomatoes, carrots, soybeans, tofu, soy milk, pears, rock sugar, honey, and lily soup.
  2. Whether in the acute or chronic phase of tonsillitis, it is advisable to avoid spicy and fried foods that are irritating, such as ginger, chili, garlic, and fried dough sticks.