Question
An 8-year-old child, who has been in good health until now, has developed symptoms of bronchitis. The symptoms include a gradually worsening cough, phlegm in the throat, and a sensation of nausea during coughing. On the first day, the child coughed twice during the day and once at night, and the number of coughs increased both during the day and at night on the second day.
Answer
When children repeatedly experience respiratory tract infection symptoms, it is often due to weakened constitution and decreased immunity. It is recommended to administer some oral medications such as Yu Ping Feng San and transfer factor to enhance resistance. Additionally, if suspected to be caused by mycoplasma infection, azithromycin can be considered for treatment. As there are many causes of pediatric respiratory tract diseases, if the child has been diagnosed, parents should cooperate with doctors for active treatment and pay attention to gastrointestinal decompression and good hygiene habits. The child should have a balanced diet and avoid consuming irritating and cold foods.