Question

My 12-month-old weighs 14 pounds and has been suffering from repeated colds, coughs, and runny nose. They’ve been taking calcium for a year and Tai Chi granules for a month, but still have hard stools every 5 days. Here’s the detailed check-up result. What should I do?

Answer

Based on the description you’ve provided, the child may be experiencing recurrent colds, coughs, and runny nose due to weakened spleen and lung qi, leading to poor resistance and subsequent symptoms. After catching a cold, pathogenic factors are easily Intrusion the body, causing the condition to linger. I’m not sure if the child has frequently received intravenous treatment or if they have a constitutionally weak physique. From my clinical experience, using Xiao Chaihu granules for opsonize can yield good results. I suggest giving it a try and paying attention to dietary adjustments.