Chronic cough in children

Abstract

The management of chronic cough, a common complaint in children, is challenging for most health care professionals. Millions of dollars are spent every year on unnecessary testing and treatment. A rational approach based on a detailed interview and a thorough physical examination guides further intervention and management. Inexpensive and simple homemade syrups based on dark honey have proved to be an effective measure when dealing with cough in children.

Keywords: Buckwheat honey; Chest radiograph; Chronic cough; Dextromethorphan; Specific cough; Systematic approach.