Patient's question:
Coughing for four months, sometimes coughing during the day and sometimes not, no coughing at night, always thirsty and wanting to drink waterDoctor's answer:
In your case, it might be a wind-cold cold with coughing, known as "wind-cold cough." This is a syndrome caused by exposure to wind-cold. The symptoms of this syndrome include frequent coughing, thin white sputum, clear nasal discharge, pale red tongue with thin white coating, heavy coughing sound, headache, slight fever, and in severe cases, shortness of breath. It can be treated with Saniao Decoction plus herbs that reduce Qi and resolve phlegm. There are many reasons that can cause respiratory issues in children. If the child is diagnosed with a respiratory system problem, parents need to cooperate with the doctor in active treatment, including gastric decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention not to let the child develop picky eating habits and ensure a balanced diet.