Patient's question:
These days, my boss said I'm not in good spirits, which has affected my work performance. Actually, I didn't mean to, either. I often can't sleep at night and sometimes feel anxious and uncomfortable. If it gets worse, I'm worried it might affect my health and work. What should I do if my child has a cough and a fever that doesn't go away?Doctor's answer:
In your case, it might be a cold-induced cough caused by exposure to wind and cold. This condition is characterized by frequent coughing, thin white phlegm, clear nasal discharge, pale pink tongue with thin white coating, heavy coughing sound, headache, slight fever, and in severe cases, shortness of breath. It can be treated with San Yao Tang combined with herbs that regulate qi and resolve phlegm.If a child has a fever due to indigestion, the fever is usually not very high, so there's no need to give fever-reducing medication. Physical cooling methods can be used instead. The child's digestive system is not yet fully developed, so avoid overeating and opt for small, frequent meals.