Patient's question:
Why does a 6-year-old child always cough after running for a while? Also, what are the symptoms of ADHD? Medical history and treatment effectiveness: A cold and cough usually last for a few days and then resolve. However, when playing with other children, such as running for a while, the coughing becomes very severe, but it improves after a good night's sleep. The child is very active, except when watching TV or sleeping, and is restless at other times. They often talk non-stop while playing with toys, usually about things related to the toys. Sometimes they even talk to themselves in class. Is this ADHD?What kind of help do you want:
1. Why does the child cough every time they run or when they get a draft?
2. The child always talks to themselves, is very active, and even fidgets while eating. Is this ADHD?
Doctor's answer:
ADHD is also known as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, referring to a group of syndromes that occur during childhood, characterized by significant difficulties in attention concentration, short attention span, excessive motor activity, or guilt, compared to peers. ADHD is a relatively common disorder in children, with key diagnostic criteria including onset before the age of 7 and symptoms lasting for at least six months. The main clinical manifestations are attention deficits, motor hyperactivity, and a tendency toward guilt. It adversely affects social functioning (such as academic performance or interpersonal relationships). Exclusions include intellectual disability, pervasive developmental disorders, and emotional disorders.