Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving and crying non-stop lately. Even the hospital check-ups haven't helped. Is it necessary for my four-and-a-half-year-old son to take medicine every morning for a few coughs?Doctor's answer:
It may be caused by bronchitis. You need to go to the hospital for tests such as chest X-ray, CT, bronchoscopy, and bronchial provocation test. Oral amoxicillin-clavulanate potassium, expectorant, licorice tablets, ketotifen, and traditional Chinese medicine for cough and phlegm relief should be taken. Avoid spicy, alcoholic, and cold foods that are irritating. Regular exercise and physical conditioning should be strengthened.There are many reasons that can cause respiratory problems in children. If a child is diagnosed with respiratory issues, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for immediate treatment, including gastric decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. The child should have a balanced diet and avoid stimulating and cold foods.