Question
How to treat a persistent cough in children?
Answer
Detailed medical history and consultation purpose: During the summer vacation, I caught a cold while swimming, had a fever, and did not receive timely treatment. The treatment was not thorough enough, and since then, I have had intermittent colds and coughs. I have taken many medications. Now it seems that the cold has subsided, but the cough persists. He does not cough at night when he sleeps, but he has a severe cough when he wakes up in the morning. Sometimes he sneezes continuously, with white snot flowing out for a long time. During the day, he often coughs occasionally, feeling like there is phlegm but not actually bringing it up. His tongue coating has become red recently, and it has also fallen off in pieces. He still looks quite robust physically.