Question
What should I do if a child has a cold and coughs?
Answer
Your situation may be caused by wind-cold cough due to catching a cold. The symptoms include frequent coughing, thin, white sputum, clear nasal discharge, pale or slightly red tongue, thin coating, heavy cough sound, headache, fever, and even rapid breathing. Treatment can include Sanao Decoction combined with symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. There are many triggers for the child’s respiratory system, so if the child is diagnosed with pediatric respiratory tract disease, parents need to actively treat it in cooperation with the doctor, along with gastrointestinal pressure reduction, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should also be aware not to cultivate picky eating habits in their children and ensure a balanced diet.