Question
Why does my child cough after eating a little salt?
Answer
Your child’s coughing after consuming a small amount of salt might be due to a cough caused by wind-cold. The primary symptoms include frequent coughing, thin, white sputum, clear nasal discharge, pale or slightly red tongue with a thin coating, and a heavy cough sound. Headache and fever may also occur, with severe cases potentially leading to rapid breathing. Treatment can involve the use of San Nao Tang (Three Wrinkles Decoction) combined with herbs to reduce qi and dissolve phlegm. Based on your symptoms, which mainly indicate lung yin deficiency leading to dry cough, the treatment should focus on nourishing yin and moistening the lung to relieve cough. It is recommended to consume a diet that is light and avoid spicy or irritating foods.