Patient's question:
Problem Description: There is a folk remedy: 0.5 pounds of dried earthworms, fried until yellow and ground into powder, taken with sugar water, 2 qian (about half a tablespoon of powder) once a day, twice a day, and it is said to be cured after taking it. Avoid spicy foods. Is this recipe okay? Does taking earthworm medicine have side effects? Thank you for your answer.Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: Pediatric asthma is a common chronic respiratory disease in children. In recent years, its incidence rate has been on the rise worldwide, with the prevalence rate of asthma in children in developed countries reaching over 10%. Do not trust folk remedies. They have no scientific basis. Earthworms are toxic.Recommendation: For safety, it is recommended that you visit a large local medical institution as soon as possible for an examination. Further judgment can be made based on the results.