How to deal with a 4-year-old child's persistent cough

Patient's question:

Onset time: 5 days ago
Main symptoms: Dry cough after waking up in the morning, nausea, coughing during sleep, coughing worsens after eating fruits or sweet foods, with phlegm and thick nasal mucus
Hospital visited: Worker's Hospital

Doctor's answer:

It may be caused by bronchitis. You need to go to the hospital for tests such as chest X-rays, CT scans, bronchoscopy, and bronchial provocation tests. Oral amoxicillin-clavulanate potassium, expectorant, licorice tablets, ketotifen, and traditional Chinese medicine for cough and phlegm relief should be taken for treatment. Avoid spicy, alcoholic, and cold foods that are irritating. Regular exercise and physical conditioning should be strengthened.
There are many causes of respiratory diseases in children. If a child is diagnosed with a respiratory condition, 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 their children develop picky eating habits and maintain a balanced diet.