Question
A 2-year-old and 10-month-old child has been suffering from a severe cough recently. The parents have given the child traditional Chinese medicine treatment for three days, and although there has been some improvement, the cough persists. How should one properly treat a child’s cough?
Answer
The child’s cough symptoms may be due to a cold caused by catching a chill. It is recommended to give cough syrup to relieve the cough. In daily life, attention should be paid to keeping the child warm and providing a diverse diet, especially foods rich in calcium. Encourage the child to participate in appropriate physical activities to strengthen their constitution and reduce the occurrence of colds. Additionally, taking Yu Ping Feng Oral Liquid orally can help lower the risk of the child catching a cold. Wishing the child a healthy growth. Apart from regular cough treatment, parents should also pay attention to the child’s daily care, such as reasonable diet and maintaining a cheerful mood. At the same time, it is suggested to choose regular hospitals for diagnosis and treatment to obtain good therapeutic effects.