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As temperatures plummet, so does the chance of children contracting respiratory diseases. As parents, we should pay attention to children's health and take the necessary precautions to protect their physical health. Today, I will combine the theory of traditional Chinese medicine and ancient and modern prescriptions to introduce you to some knowledge about respiratory diseases in children, as well as several aspects that parents need to pay attention to.
1. Understand common respiratory diseases in children.
Respiratory diseases in children refer to diseases that affect the respiratory system, including colds, coughs, asthma, bronchitis, etc. These diseases are especially common during the winter months, as cold air can irritate a child's respiratory tract, making them more susceptible to the virus, leading to the onset of illness.
Colds are one of the most common respiratory illnesses in children. Its symptoms include runny nose, coughing, sneezing, sore throat, etc. Colds are generally caused by viral infections, so antibiotics have no effect on colds. For colds, Chinese medicine has many effective methods. For example, boiling water with ginger and green onions can help relieve sore throats and coughs after drinking.
Cough is one of the more common symptoms of respiratory illness in children. There are two types of cough: dry cough and cough with phlegm. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that cough phlegm is mostly phlegm-dampness block, and some expectorant Chinese medicine prescriptions can be used**, such as Chuanbei Sydney pear syrup. Dry cough is a dry cough with lung heat, and you can use traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions that moisten the lungs and relieve cough, such as honey-burned lily syrup.
2. Preventive measures that parents should pay attention to.
1.Boosts children's immunity: Immunity is an important protective barrier against viral invasion. Parents need to ensure that their children get enough sleep, eat a reasonable diet, and eat more vegetables and fruits to improve immunity. In addition, proper outdoor activities can also help to enhance children's physical fitness.
2.Pay attention to personal hygiene: Children should develop the Xi of washing their hands frequently, especially after touching public objects or others. In addition, children's clothes and toys should be washed frequently to avoid the growth of germs.
3.Maintain indoor air circulation: Parents should pay attention to indoor ventilation to avoid stagnant air. In addition, using an air purifier is also a good option to effectively remove bacteria and viruses from the air.
4.Wear a mask scientifically and reasonably: Wearing a mask in public places or crowded places can help reduce the spread of the virus. However, parents should take care to choose the right mask, ensure that it is worn correctly, clean and hygienic, and change it if necessary.
3. Application of traditional Chinese medicine.
Traditional Chinese medicine plays an important role in the prevention and development of respiratory diseases in children. In addition to some of the previously mentioned Chinese herbal formulas, there are many ancient Chinese herbal formulas that can be used.
1.Beisha Shen Soup: For cough caused by respiratory tract infection in children, Beisha Shen Tang can be used**. The formula is composed of northern sand ginseng, honey-burned lily, pear, etc., which has the effect of clearing heat and moistening the lungs, relieving cough and asthma.
2.For Chaihu Qinglung Soup: For symptoms such as fever and cough caused by upper respiratory tract infection in children, Chaihu Qinglung Soup can be used**. The formula is composed of Bupleurum chinensis, Scutellaria baicalensis, parsnip, etc., which can clear away heat and detoxify, dispel wind and relieve the surface.
In conclusion, respiratory illnesses are relatively common in children during the winter months. Parents should pay close attention to their children's health and take the necessary precautions to reduce the occurrence of diseases. Traditional Chinese medicine, as a traditional method, has unique advantages. However, please be sure to consult a professional TCM practitioner before using TCM and use TCM rationally according to the doctor's instructions.
Health References:
1.Li Ming, Zhang Li. Research progress of traditional Chinese medicine ** children's cold[J].Modern Distance Education of Chinese Medicine, 2017(02): 48-50