Question
My child is over three years old. He has been coughing for two or three months. The cough keeps coming back, and it doesn’t improve even after taking anti-inflammatory and cough suppressants. Medical exams haven’t shown anything abnormal, especially since the cough gets worse after eating candy, and it’s even more severe at night. What should I do?
Answer
Persistent cough in children can be caused by various factors, including respiratory infections, allergies, and environmental influences. Typically, treating infections with antibiotics and using cough suppressants to relieve symptoms are common methods. However, if these methods are ineffective, it is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital for further examination, such as chest X-rays and pulmonary function tests, to determine the cause of the cough. Additionally, avoiding foods that may trigger coughs, such as candy, sweets, and cold drinks, may also help alleviate symptoms. Under the guidance of a doctor, other treatment methods can be tried, such as inhaled corticosteroids and cough suppressants. Most importantly, identifying the root cause of the cough and taking appropriate treatment measures is crucial.