How to Treat Allergic Rhinitis in an 8-Year-Old Child?

Question

I have been running back and forth to the hospital many times, but the effect is not significant, and the condition keeps recurring. What is the effective treatment for allergic rhinitis in an 8-year-old child?

Answer

Your child’s condition falls under the category of Wind-Cold Syndrome in traditional Chinese medicine. It is believed that the symptoms are mainly caused by improper diet and lifestyle leading to wind-cold invasion. It is advisable to pay attention to staying warm, avoid catching colds, be mindful of your diet, eat less spicy, greasy, and extremely cold seafood, drink more hot water, and consume more vegetables and fruits. At the same time, you can take Xin Qin Granules orally to alleviate the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. For parents affected by their child’s allergic rhinitis, we should actively conduct thorough examinations and treatments without hesitation. If a child’s allergic rhinitis does not improve after a long time of treatment, it is necessary to change the treatment plan promptly.