Patient's question:
A 2-year-old boy who had a cold has now developed coughing symptoms. The cough is not very noticeable during the day but becomes severe when he falls asleep. A chest X-ray was taken at the hospital, and the doctor diagnosed him with bronchial infection. He was given Orange Peel Granules and Snake Gland and Fritillaria Fluid, but the symptoms did not improve significantly. What treatment should be administered?Doctor's answer:
Your condition is bronchitis caused by a cold. Colds are often triggered when the body's resistance decreases due to exposure to cold, allowing viruses, bacteria, and mycoplasma to enter the body, leading to symptoms such as fever, cough, phlegm, runny nose, and nasal congestion. The cough and phlegm are a result of the cold causing congestion and edema in the urethral mucosa, leading to an increase in secretions and recurring coughing and phlegm. Your baby's condition is only worse at night, so you don't need to worry too much.During this time, pay attention to keeping your baby warm, adjusting clothing according to weather changes, drinking plenty of warm water, eating easily digestible foods, eating small meals frequently, and avoiding exposure to cold, spicy, irritating foods, and extremely cold, unclean food. Protect the respiratory tract and avoid smoke, dust, and other irritants. I hope my explanation helps!