Question
My 3-year-old child has been coughing and sneezing with clear mucus for ten days now, without a fever. She coughs when she sleeps warmly and has coughed up several times. Today, it has become severe, with headaches and stomachaches. I have given her some loquat syrup to clear her lungs and granules to remove lung heat, but there has been little effect. What medicine should the doctor prescribe for the child?
Answer
The 3-year-old child has been coughing and sneezing with clear mucus for 10 days, with no fever. Today, the condition has worsened, causing headaches and stomachaches. You should take the child to the hospital for a routine blood test to determine the cause and take medication under the doctor’s guidance. Do not self-medicate as the child’s condition is worsening. Ensure plenty of water intake, a light diet, and be cautious of colds.