Question
Children often catch colds, and the main symptom is coughing. Previous treatment has been drinking herbal medicine to boost immunity and reduce inflammation. The help sought is whether it’s a concern if the child has a lot of phlegm with the cough.
Answer
The child’s condition is a manifestation of recovery from respiratory inflammation or scarring. Regularly patting the back and drinking plenty of water are the best methods for expelling phlegm, and only in severe cases should medication such as pediatric Qingfei Liuxue and Amoxicillin be taken together, which can recover quickly. The child’s condition can be said not to be severe, as it conforms to the general manifestations of inflammation. Scientific anti-inflammatory treatment for the child is sufficient for recovery.