Patient's question:
My son is almost five years old. He is usually very healthy, but recently, for the past half month, I've noticed that he keeps breathing heavily and gets a dry cough whenever he eats a little more. He doesn't cough otherwise.Doctor's answer:
Considering the possibility of upper respiratory tract infection, it may be related to infections such as herpes virus, coxsackie virus, and respiratory syncytial virus. In severe cases, it can be complicated by bacterial infection. It is recommended to drink more water, eat less spicy and irritating food, and actively take cold medicine. Generally, it can be cured within about a week.There are many triggers that can affect the pediatric respiratory system. If a child is diagnosed with a respiratory system issue, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to start treatment immediately, assist with gastric decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention not to develop picky eating habits in their children and maintain a balanced diet.