Cough is a common symptom of the disease, especially in autumn and winter.
Now the weather is getting colder and colder, so it is the high incidence of cough again, and many children are unable to go to school because of the cough is very serious.
Some children's cough has been repeatedly not getting better, or it has started again after a few days of improvement, which makes many parents very headache.
So what exactly is coughing, why does the child start coughing inexplicably, what is the cause of it, and how can it be treated and prevented?
First of all, we need to know that cough is a self-protection mechanism of the human body, which helps to remove secretions and foreign bodies from the respiratory tract and helps to maintain the health of the respiratory system.
However, coughing too frequently or violently may affect daily life and sleep, and eventually cause redness and swelling of the throat, as well as other diseases, so parents must deal with it in a timely manner when the child coughs frequently.
Procrastination will only make the disease more and more serious, and when the situation is very serious, it is still necessary to choose to seek medical attention in time.
Next, let's talk about the symptoms of cough.
In fact, the symptoms of cough are varied, and they vary depending on the cause and course of the disease. Generally speaking, cough is often accompanied by symptoms such as itchy throat, chest tightness, and wheezing.
Here are some common symptoms of coughing:
Cough is often triggered by an itchy throat, and some cough patients also have symptoms such as chest tightness and wheezing, which may be due to inflammation spreading to the lungs.
When the cough is severe, it may cause the patient to wheezing and shortness of breath.
Some patients will have a sputum production, and the color, texture, and amount of sputum will vary depending on the cause and duration of the disease.
Long-term coughing may cause damage to the vocal cords and hoarseness.
In addition, some patients with cough may also have systemic symptoms such as fever, fatigue, and decreased appetite.
It is important to note that these symptoms do not occur in everyone, and the specific symptoms vary from person to person.
Today, Dr. Jin would like to recommend several common cough suppressant Chinese patent medicines, which can treat the symptoms, and some of them can also be applied to different symptoms and people, including:
1. Chuanbei loquat ointment: Chuanbei loquat ointment has the effect of relieving cough and dissolving phlegm, and its formula is comprehensive, suitable for a variety of cough symptoms. And it has no adverse effects, which is safe and effective.
2. Orange-red phlegm cough liquid: orange-red phlegm cough liquid is suitable for the treatment of hot cough and people with a lot of phlegm, and has a good effect on those with a long cough course, which can play a role in promoting lung and dissolving phlegm.
3. Honey refining Sichuan shell loquat ointment: Honey refining Sichuan shell loquat paste is mainly used to clear heat and moisten the lungs, relieve cough and asthma, and have a good effect on cough, asthma and other symptoms. However, honey refining Chuanbei loquat cream is forbidden for children and lactating women, and special attention should be paid to it.
These are just a few of the commonly used cough suppressants recommended by Dr. Kim, which can be purchased at pharmacies or online pharmacies.
However, it should be noted that different drugs have different areas of application and contraindications, and it is best to consult a professional physician before use. In particular, children are susceptible to pulmonary diseases in winter, so it is necessary to accurately distinguish the cough syndrome type and use Chinese patent medicine reasonably.
If your cough is severe or prolonged, you may need to see your doctor promptly to rule out other underlying conditions.
At the same time, during the period of taking proprietary Chinese medicines, the medication guidelines in the drug instructions should be strictly adhered to to avoid the occurrence of adverse reactions.
Cough is a common symptom, it can be caused by a variety of factors, we can reduce harmful substances in the indoor air by keeping the indoor air well ventilated and opening the windows regularly for ventilation.
Strengthen exercise, strengthen the body's immunity, and reduce the risk of disease.
Pay attention to your diet, eat more vegetables and fruits, reduce the intake of greasy and irritating foods, and maintain good health.
Keep warm and avoid colds and other respiratory infections that can cause coughing.
In conclusion, cough prevention requires us to start from all aspects of life, maintain good Xi habits and a healthy lifestyle. If you already have a cough, you should seek medical attention so that you can get professional treatment.