Question
My son is four and a half years old. He coughs a few times every morning. Does he need to take medicine?
Answer
It may be caused by bronchitis, and chest X-ray, CT, bronchoscope bronchial provocation tests, and other examinations should be conducted. After confirmation, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication such as amoxicillin potassium clavulanate, cough syrup, licorice tablets, ketotifen, and traditional Chinese medicine for cough and expectoration should be taken orally. At the same time, spicy, cold, and other irritating foods should be avoided, and exercise should be increased to strengthen the physique.