Question
A 7-year-old child has been experiencing a persistent cough for the past two months. Initially, the cough was frequent, and upon examination, the throat was found to be swollen with no abnormalities in the lungs. Symptoms were initially mild but have persisted with sticky phlegm, nasal congestion, and sneezing, accompanied by diarrhea. This morning, blood threads were discovered in the phlegm during coughing. Previous treatments included intravenous fluids, which resulted in a short-term improvement. Question: What could be the possible causes of coughing up blood threads? Is it related to diarrhea?
Answer
Coughing up blood threads could be a symptom of tonsillitis and excess Yin fire in the organs. It is recommended to increase the intake of fruits and vegetables in daily diet, while reducing the intake of spicy and fried foods. Medication treatment can consider using antibiotics such as amoxicillin or azithromycin, as well as Lozenges for sore throat or Water Melon Frost Lozenges. Drinking plenty of water is also beneficial for alleviating the condition. I hope these suggestions will be helpful to you.