Patient's question:
What should I do if my child has a persistent cough? Are there any home remedies?Doctor's answer:
HoneyIn recent years, experts have proposed that honey is more effective than medication in treating coughs. Honey helps children sleep more soundly. Honey can help children sleep more soundly, but researchers warn that honey should never be given to children under one year old, as this may cause botulism. It is also mentioned that medications listed as containing "honey" on the ingredient label are actually just filled with artificial honey additives.
Honey has been used for centuries to treat symptoms of upper respiratory infections, such as coughs. Additionally, honey has antioxidant and antibacterial properties while also soothing the throat. They say, "The World Health Organization has listed honey as an effective treatment."
Second home remedy for children's coughs: Vinegar
Boil the vinegar and let it cool before use. Take a small spoonful each time and swallow slowly, several times a day. Vinegar is sour and sweet in taste, with a neutral nature, and has the functions of dispersing blood stasis, detoxifying, and reducing swelling. It is used to treat pharyngitis and coughs, taking advantage of its effect in eliminating throat itching. When children cough due to itching, it worsens in the wind. As the saying goes, "Itchy cough cannot be stopped." This method sometimes yields unexpected results. However, it is not suitable for those with spleen deficiency and dampness excess, or those with bone and joint pain. Stop using it once the illness is cured, as excessive consumption can damage teeth and harm the stomach.