What should I do if my child’s cough won’t go away?
Sep 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xie Zixing
Introduction
If a child has a severe cough, it is recommended to visit a hospital to rule out inflammation, bronchitis, pneumonia, or other organ diseases. A professional doctor's evaluation is necessary, as it is difficult for parents to make an accurate assessment on their own. When a child feels uncomfortable from coughing, parents can help by gently patting the child's back, which may assist in expelling phlegm and provide relief. Parents can also prepare light, easily digestible meals for the child.
With changing weather and alternating cold and heat, children's immunity may decrease, making them prone to catching colds and coughing. Coughing is just one of the symptoms of a cold. So, what should you do if a child's cough persists?
What to Do When a Child’s Cough Won’t Go Away
If a child has a severe cough, it is recommended to visit a hospital to rule out possible inflammation, bronchitis, pneumonia, or other organ-related illnesses. Only a professional doctor can accurately diagnose these conditions, as it is difficult for parents to judge on their own. To help relieve discomfort from coughing, parents can gently pat the child's back, which helps loosen and expel phlegm, making the child feel more comfortable. Parents can also prepare light, easily digestible meals to help ease the cough and replenish the energy the child needs.
If a child has been coughing continuously for several days and has trouble sleeping at night, try using white radish. Each evening, cut half a radish into slices, boil it in water, then strain the liquid into a teacup or small bowl. Let it cool slightly before drinking. After consuming this remedy for several days, cough symptoms should gradually improve.
Pears help moisten the lungs, cool the heart, dissolve phlegm, and reduce internal heat, while the double-stranded nucleic acids in mushrooms stimulate the body's production of interferon, which helps eliminate viruses. The dietary therapy of "stewed mushrooms in pear juice" can help prevent dry coughs during autumn and winter and aid in fighting infections. It usually takes two to three days to see results. We hope this information is helpful. Wishing you good health and happiness.
