Patient's question:
The child is now 7 months old. Two months ago, it was discovered that they cough two or three times a day.Doctor's answer:
Your condition may be a wind-cold cough, caused by exposure to wind and cold. This syndrome is characterized by frequent coughing, thin white sputum, 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 plus herbs that lower Qi and resolve phlegm. There are many reasons that can cause respiratory issues in children. If the child is confirmed to have a respiratory system problem, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to start treatment immediately, including gastric decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. The child should have a balanced diet and avoid stimulating and cold foods.