After tonsillectomy, a diet needs to be chosen accordingly at different points in the recovery timeframe. Generally, a loose and easy-to-swallow, light and non-irritating diet is preferred.
Diet is forbidden within 6 hours after tonsil surgery, and you can start drinking water intermittently and in small amounts after 6 hours after surgery to gradually restore the pharyngeal reflex and swallowing function. White pseudomembrane can be formed on the trauma of the operated area within 48 hours after the surgery. It is recommended to consume liquid diet, such as milk, sugar water, non-dregs warm and cool soup.
Semi-liquid diet, such as steamed egg, soft noodle, thin porridge, etc., is recommended after 48 hours after surgery. You can choose soft food, such as fluffy cake, rice that is easier to chew and swallow, etc., after the doctor’s examination and confirmation 1 week after the surgery. About 2 weeks after surgery, the false membrane of the tonsil surgery area can often fall off, and gradually return to normal diet.
Patients after tonsil surgery need to strengthen their dietary management and go to the hospital for follow-up on time.