Question
The child has had constipation issues for several days, with hard stools at the beginning and soft ones at the end, sometimes requiring multiple attempts to defecate. Three days ago, symptoms of runny nose, nasal congestion, and cough began. When purchasing medicine at the pharmacy, the pharmacist pointed out that the child has a slight inflammation in the throat. The child has been taking Huitong syrup, 999 Children’s Cough Syrup, and expectorant medicine.
Answer
For this situation, it is recommended to seek timely treatment. If there is phlegm with the cough, you can take Fresh Bamboo Juice Oral Liquid or Children’s Mahan Gan Granules. If the condition is severe, it is suggested to undergo intravenous fluid therapy. Additionally, here is a dietary remedy: mix 2.5 ounces of walnuts, 1 ounce of black sesame seeds, and 2.5 ounces of red jujube after crushing them evenly. Add half a teaspoon of honey and 1.5 teaspoons of water, and steam for 40 minutes. Give the child one tablespoon in the morning and evening. This dietary remedy is effective for persistent coughs, bronchitis, and asthma, and it can also improve constipation issues in children. Long-term consumption can help strengthen the body’s constitution.