What fruits can you eat with suppurative tonsillitis?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on April 21, 2025
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Purulent tonsillitis is a relatively common otorhinolaryngological disease. In terms of diet, common fruits such as apples, grapes, bananas, pears, oranges, and dragon fruit can be consumed. This is because these fruits do not have side effects on tonsillitis nor do they affect the treatment effectiveness. It is more important to visit an otorhinolaryngologist for consultation. Routine blood tests and indirect laryngoscopy should be performed primarily to assess the severity of the tonsillitis. In terms of medical treatment, antibiotics are commonly used and can be supplemented with nebulization therapy. The treatment period is generally about a week. (The use of medication should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What to eat with suppurative tonsillitis?

Purulent tonsillitis is a relatively common ENT disease with numerous clinical symptoms. Common symptoms include sore throat and swallowing obstruction; some patients may also experience fever or breathing difficulties. It is recommended to eat a light diet, with an emphasis on vegetables and fruits, such as lettuce, radishes, cabbage, apples, pears, and peaches. It is also advised to avoid spicy, stimulating foods and seafood. Treatment is generally medication-based, commonly involving antibiotics for infection, such as cephalosporins or penicillin antibiotics. Regular follow-up exams are necessary to monitor the effects. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Which department should I go to for suppurative tonsillitis?

Suppurative tonsillitis is a common disease of the pharyngeal region. Therefore, the first clinical department to consult for suppurative tonsillitis is the otolaryngology department, or the ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) department in some hospitals. In certain specialist hospitals, such as children's hospitals, there are pediatric otolaryngology departments. For some pediatric patients, they may initially visit the pediatrics department, and some pediatricians can also treat suppurative tonsillitis. For adults, some patients may also visit the respiratory medicine department, since the pharynx is part of the upper respiratory tract, and the department of respiratory medicine also provides relevant treatment. However, fundamentally, suppurative tonsillitis should be treated in the otolaryngology department.

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How many days can suppurative tonsillitis get better?

The treatment and recovery time for acute suppurative tonsillitis is generally about a week, although individual differences exist. If the inflammatory response is relatively mild and the individual's resistance is strong, recovery and relief can typically be achieved within about five days through timely medication. If the inflammation is more severe, or if the individual's resistance is weak, the recovery time may be extended, such as beyond a week. Generally, the condition is primarily an acute bacterial infection, and treatment mainly involves antibiotics to fight the infection. Additionally, treatment can be supplemented with nebulization and traditional Chinese medicine orally. It is also recommended that patients maintain a light diet and regularly check routine blood tests; some may also need to monitor liver and kidney functions.

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Should you avoid certain foods if you have suppurative tonsillitis?

Purulent tonsillitis is an acute purulent infection of the tonsils, with relatively severe clinical symptoms, mainly manifested as severe pain in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and even systemic symptoms such as fever. Therefore, it is necessary to be cautious about diet in cases of purulent tonsillitis, mainly as follows: Firstly, avoid irritants like smoking, alcohol, and spicy foods such as chili peppers. Secondly, food should be neither too cold nor too hot, to avoid stimulating the tonsils and exacerbating the inflammation. Also, some fruits, like mangoes and pineapples, may cause allergies and can irritate the inflamed tonsillar tissue, worsening the condition. Therefore, these are the precautions that need to be taken.

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Early symptoms of suppurative tonsillitis

The early symptoms of suppurative tonsillitis include fever, muscle weakness, muscle pain, as well as swelling and pain in the throat, and a runny nose. Suppurative tonsillitis is primarily caused by bacterial infections of the upper respiratory tract due to lowered immunity and resistance, often resulting from infections by hemolytic streptococci. Patients may exhibit fever, swelling, and pain in the throat area. A thorough examination at a hospital with an electronic laryngoscope and a complete blood count can confirm the diagnosis. The examination may reveal bilateral tonsillar enlargement and congestion, with the presence of pale white or yellowish pus-like secretions on the surface. For treatment, symptomatic anti-inflammatory therapy is required, which may include the use of penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, usually with good results. In addition, rest and attention to diet are important for gradual improvement during the treatment period.