Question
Hello doctor, my 3-year-old daughter has been sneezing and coughing recently, and I am very worried. I would like to ask, can a child with a cough eat candy?
Answer
Hello, when a child has a cough, it usually comes with phlegm. Since the trachea is not fully developed, there may be difficulty in coughing up the phlegm. Candy is sticky and can worsen the difficulty of coughing up the phlegm, so it’s best to eat less or not at all. In daily life, it’s important to maintain a regular schedule, do well in cold prevention and warmth, consume light and soft foods in the diet, ensure good ventilation, and drink plenty of hot water. I hope my answer can help you!