Question

My son is just over 3 months old and has recently been experiencing difficulty swallowing. He feels pain in his throat during swallowing and has a slight cough, along with a persistent high fever. What foods should be avoided if a child has tonsillitis and difficulty swallowing?

Answer

When a child exhibits symptoms of tonsillitis, the following points should be considered in their diet:

  1. Maintain a light diet: Focus on vegetables and fruits, which are rich in vitamins and trace elements to boost immunity. For example, the peel of tangerines is rich in vitamin C and has good anti-inflammatory properties.
  2. Easy-to-digest and soft foods: It is recommended to primarily consume thin gruel and soft noodles, which are easy to swallow.
  3. Avoid irritating foods: Foods like beef, mutton, poultry eggs, seafood, as well as spicy, hot, and steaming dishes like hotpot, are advisable to avoid during this stage.
  4. Cultivate good eating habits: Help your child develop habits of not being picky or biased in their eating to ensure comprehensive nutrition and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.