Question
My child has a severe cough that has not improved despite visiting multiple hospitals and traditional Chinese medicine clinics. The cough doesn’t cause throat pain but feels itchy, there’s phlegm, and sometimes accompanied by a runny nose. The body temperature is normal, and there are no fever symptoms.
Answer
Coughing can be a symptom caused by inflammation, and it should be ruled out whether it is due to mycoplasma infection. It is recommended to use erythromycin for intravenous treatment. In addition, if the child is diagnosed with pediatric rheumatoid immune disease, parents should cooperate with the doctor for treatment and pay attention to nutritional support and good hygiene habits. Children should have a balanced diet and avoid consuming irritating and cold foods.