What foods are good to eat for a sore throat with pus?
Disease description:
My throat is infected with pus, and swallowing is extremely painful. I would like to ask what foods I can eat to help with recovery and get better more quickly?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lu Cheng
For a pus-forming sore throat, it is recommended to choose soft, liquid, or semi-liquid foods such as rice porridge, noodles, and steamed eggs, to avoid irritating foods that may cause additional harm to the throat.
Cooling and moisturizing fruits, such as pears, pomelos, and kumquats, can help soothe the lungs, relieve coughing, and alleviate a sore throat. You may also drink juice made from these fruits to help relieve throat discomfort. Vitamin C helps strengthen immunity and promotes wound healing. Fruits such as oranges, kiwifruits, and strawberries, or vegetables like broccoli and spinach can be consumed.
Drinking warm water or mild warm tea can help relieve throat pain and keep the throat moist. Honey lemon water is also a good choice, but ensure the temperature is not too high to avoid burning the mouth and throat. Nutrient-rich ingredients such as white fungus, honey, and loquat contain abundant dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which help enhance immunity and promote the resolution of inflammation.
Take care to avoid spicy, smoked, and fried foods, as they can irritate the throat, worsen inflammation, and prolong recovery. Food alone cannot directly treat purulent tonsillitis. If symptoms are severe or persist, seek timely medical attention and follow medical advice for treatment.
