Question
A 2.5-year-old child was diagnosed with wheezing bronchitis over a month ago. When will the cough improve?
Answer
Your child’s condition may be due to wind-cold cold cough, known as “wind-cold cough,” a named syndrome. It is caused by exposure to wind and cold. The main symptoms include frequent coughing, thin, white sputum, clear nasal discharge, pale or slightly red tongue with thin coating, and a heavy cough sound. Headache and fever may also occur, and in severe cases, there may be rapid breathing difficulties. Treatment can include Sanao Decoction along with herbs that reduce gas and resolve phlegm. There are many factors that can affect a child’s respiratory system, so if your child is diagnosed with pediatric respiratory disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for active treatment, support gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Children should have a balanced diet and avoid irritating and cold foods.