Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving lately and crying non-stop. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. Could you please tell me what to do for a child with dry cough and no phlegm?Doctor's answer:
According to the symptoms you mentioned, it is mainly caused by insufficient lung yin, leading to dry cough. Treatment should focus on nourishing yin, moistening the lungs, and stopping cough. You can take modified Sha Shen Mai Dong Tang (Sandarac and Ophiopogon Decoction). Your diet should be light, and avoid spicy and irritating foods.According to the symptoms you mentioned, it is mainly caused by internal heat, leading to tonsillitis. Treatment should focus on anti-inflammatory effects, and you can receive intravenous drip treatment, taking Yin Huang Granules, Amoxicillin Granules, and other medicinal treatments. Drink more water.