Question

Why does my child always seem to have a persistent cold, which improves with medication but soon recurs, accompanied by symptoms like runny nose, a red throat, and sore throat?

Answer

Based on your description, your child may be suffering from tonsillitis. Here are some treatment suggestions for tonsillitis:

  1. Traditional Chinese Medicine: If the child has severe aversion to cold, slight fever, no sweating, and a floating pulse, Huangqi decoction can be taken internally. For those with severe fever and mild aversion to cold, Yinyao San can be taken internally. Additionally, Niu Huang Jie Du Pill, Qu Du Xian Yan Pill, or Liushen Wan can also be taken internally. Local treatment can involve blowing Bing Po San or Xin Lai San into the throat.
  2. Acupuncture Treatment: Acupuncture at points such as facial carotid, Hegu, and Shaoshang, or performing mandible isolation, can help reduce inflammation and improve blood circulation.