What should I do if my child only coughs with phlegm and medicine doesn't help?

Patient's question:

Child over 5 months with chronic cough and phlegm, medication ineffective. How can it be cured?
History of treatment and effectiveness: Medication ineffective.
What kind of assistance is needed: What prescription can cure it?

Doctor's answer:

Upper respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, acute laryngitis, and other conditions can all cause coughing.
Recommendation: It is recommended that you visit a hospital promptly to determine the cause of your cough. It is important to correctly distinguish between ordinary cough and cough-variant asthma to avoid misdiagnosis.
Treatment for cough should be based on the type of cough. Both Western and Chinese medicine can be used, but dietary therapy is considered the best approach. Examples include white fungus chicken congee, sand root lily bulb duck soup, and apricot kernel pig lung congee.
When using traditional Chinese medicine such as Qingfei Syrup, it is important to note that due to varying properties, the medicine may be classified as cold, hot, warm, or cool. It must be taken according to the specific condition.
Ensure adequate deep sleep during the day and avoid places with heavy dust and severe air pollution to prevent worsening the condition.

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