Question
After three days of a runny nose, a child develops intermittent sneezing and coughing. What is this condition, and what medication should be used?
Answer
This is likely a cold, also known as “upper respiratory infection,” which is common in children. Due to their delicate organs, both external and internal injuries can easily affect lung function, leading to coughing. External factors like cold, heat, or dryness can invade the lungs, causing lung qi to rise upwards. Deficiency in the spleen can lead to dampness and phlegm accumulation, impeding the proper ventilation of lung qi. Additionally, weakness of the body or prolonged coughing that damages body fluid can also lead to upward inflammation of weak. It is recommended to use the following traditional Chinese medicine for treatment: Jieji Ningkou Oral Liquid, Qingxuan Qingfei Granules, Xiao Qinglong Decoction, Xiangsu San Zhenghujin Oral Liquid, Feiresha Kechuan Oral Liquid, Jin Zhen Oral Liquid, Xiao’er Qingfei Granules, Yuping Feng Powder, Tongkang Tablets, Huangqi Granules, etc. These medications can target and treat different pathogenic factors such as coldness, heat, and dampness.