Why is my son having continuous chest congestion?

Question

Hello doctor,

My son is 5 years old. He is dealing with continuous chest congestion and coughing with the change in season. The doctor suggested Foracort 100 for two to three months with two shots in the morning and two at night after using nebulization with Levolin 1.25 mg and Budecort 1 mg in the past for chest congestion.

Will it affect his immunity?
He eats healthy food with no junk at all but still gets a cough and congestion so frequently. Please suggest some medicine. Is it due to pollution?
Or as he grows, will the things be better for him?

Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

First of all, I would suggest you carry out a chest X-ray and a complete blood count to rule out a lung infection like bronchitis.

Foracort is a combination of Budesonide (a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory) and Formoterol (a long-acting bronchodilator), used to control his symptoms and improve lung function. This drug will not affect his immunity. It is most probably only due to an allergy that is triggering his symptoms.

Common allergens could be dust, pollution in the metro, hair of house pets, cold, etc. Yes, you are right, as your son grows, his body will tolerate it better. The best supplements to boost your child’s immune system are vitamin D and zinc. The herbs Elderberry (Sambucus) and Astragalus are best for recurrent respiratory tract infections.

For allergies, fish oil, vitamin C, and nettles are good.

I hope it helps.

Thank you.

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