Patient's question:
My child is 4 years old and had pneumonia, which was treated with intravenous fluids for 7 days and has now recovered. However, they are now experiencing vomiting and diarrhea. What could be the reason?Treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of help do you want: Want to know the reason.
Doctor's answer:
From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), what is commonly referred to as pneumonia is essentially caused by a deficiency of vital Qi and the invasion of pathogenic external factors (with wind-cold as the foundation). For functional disorders resulting from such a deficiency of vital Qi and pathogenic invasion, Western medicine tends to rely solely on anti-inflammatory treatments, intravenous fluids, or even hormone therapies. While these methods may alleviate symptoms, they can be likened to inviting pathogens deeper into the body for those with cold or weak constitutions, sowing the seeds of future health problems. Such individuals may experience recurrent episodes upon slight exposure to wind-cold and may face prolonged or unresolved conditions after treatment.It is strongly recommended to immediately shift your approach to seeking medical care by consulting a renowned TCM practitioner in your area for a thorough diagnosis and differentiation of patterns. The best course of action is to adopt a pure TCM comprehensive evaluation and treatment, which includes herbal decoctions combined with acupuncture.
Additionally, it must be emphasized that for infants and young children, Western medicine and pharmaceuticals should be avoided unless absolutely necessary. This is because the toxic side effects of chemical drugs are often long-term, hidden, and unpredictable.