Patient's question:
Doctor, my child is 5 and a half years old. Why doesn't he cough during the day, but starts to cough a bit when he goes to bed to take a nap and wakes up in the morning? It sounds like there's phlegm in his throat. Did he catch a cold at night? What should I pay attention to? Or what kind of light food should he eat? Seeking answers, thank you.Doctor's answer:
This could be due to catching a cold, leading to inflammation in the respiratory tract, which may cause symptoms such as cough with phlegm. It can be treated with oral medications. For example, oral pediatric Fei Ke Granules and pediatric Ambroxol and Terbutaline Oral Solution are both used to clear the lungs and expel phlegm. These medications should be taken continuously for 5-6 days. Additionally, it is important to pay attention to diet, drink more water, preferably warm water, and avoid spicy, irritating, and easily irritating foods.