Question
Children often cough during sleep, and it’s hard to stop. They don’t cough much during the day. They have tried syrup and medication, but the effect is not significant. Seek detailed explanations and treatment suggestions.
Answer
Persistent coughing during sleep in children may be caused by pharyngitis. The main symptoms of pharyngitis include dryness, burning sensation, foreign body sensation, and pain. There is no specific cure for pharyngitis at present; the key is to adjust the body and prevent colds. It is recommended to avoid drinking alcohol and eating spicy foods, drink plenty of water, and use local medications such as iodine lozenges, domiphen, menthol, etc. Chinese patent medicines like Shuahuashen lozenges and Xigua Shuang can also be used.