Question
My child often sweats easily, and during the changeable seasons, they catch a cold. The cough from the cold always takes a long time to heal. This time, the cold has come and gone for fifteen days, and no medication seems to work. My 6-year-old child is thirsty and often has colds with coughs. How should we take medication?
Answer
Based on the current symptoms of the child, it appears to be a common cold caused by catching a chill or viral infection, accompanied by symptoms such as nasal congestion and runny nose. It is advisable to first go to the hospital for a detailed examination. If it is a recurrent wind-heat common cold, it is necessary to treat with oral Chinese herbal medicine that clears heat and detoxifies. It is also important to drink plenty of water, avoid irritating foods, and prevent any possible relief of clinical symptoms.