Question
The patient describes a cough with phlegm and a sound similar to that of tearing paper. A chest X-ray has been taken, showing no abnormalities in the lungs, but there has been no significant improvement in symptoms after taking medication. The patient asks about the effectiveness of pearl and pear soup, and hopes to receive other treatment suggestions.
Answer
Based on the description, the symptoms may be caused by bronchitis. It is recommended that the patient pay attention to diet, drink plenty of water, rest, and avoid catching a cold. Treatment can include antibiotics and cough syrup, such as penicillin, erythromycin, cough syrup, andMuxitan. At the same time, one can try pearl and pear soup as a dietary method, but it should be used according to the doctor’s advice.