Patient's question:
Fever of 39 degrees, accompanied by stomach pain, body arched, and constant sweating, heavy breathing. The doctor prescribed antibiotics and administered intravenous saline.Later, the illness started with coughing, most severe in the early morning, accompanied by wheezing sounds.
Doctor's answer:
Hello! Asthma treatment is relatively long-term, so it's important to be patient. With proper treatment, the condition can be controlled. In daily life, it's best to stay as far away from allergens as possible, which is a crucial measure in managing asthma. Currently, the following treatments are commonly used for pediatric asthma in clinical practice:1. Bronchodilators, such as albuterol inhalers;
2. Antiallergic and anti-asthma medications, such as montelukast and ketotifen;
3. If shortness of breath is severe, inhaled medications like Symbicort 50/100 can be used.
It is recommended to adopt a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine to improve immunity. Some tonic herbs in traditional Chinese medicine can effectively enhance immune function.