Question
Why does my son cough so severely when he lies down?
Answer
Your child likely falls under the category of “heat-induced cough,” which occurs when he sleeps in a warm environment. It is advisable to give him some medication or food that clears the lungs and suppresses fire, such as Qingfei Yihuo Tablets and Snow Pear Syrup. Boil some snow pear with rock sugar for him. Place a little warm water (slightly cool) by his bed, and he can gargle with it when he has a cough and then slowly swallow it. Wishing him a speedy recovery!