Patient's question:
The doctor confirmed it's bronchitis, with a bit of asthma, but the doctor prescribed traditional Chinese medicine.Previous treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of help you need: I want to ask if there are any side effects for such a young child to take traditional Chinese medicine.
Doctor's answer:
As per your description, it may be due to asthma in children, and it is necessary to conduct a detailed and thorough examination to confirm the diagnosis and then actively treat it.Recommendation: When using traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for treatment, it should be based on syndrome differentiation and treatment. It should not harm the body. If the treatment is appropriate for the condition, the side effects are generally minimal. It is recommended to combine it with Western medicine treatment. For infections, medications such as ribavirin, aplein, and amoxicillin may be used. For cough, dextromethorphan may be used. For shortness of breath, theophylline may be used. Specific treatment should follow the guidance of the clinical physician. The above information is for reference.