Q&A of the week

• Anonymous asked in the Colds & Flu category:
  
  
  • I have a 5 year old girl that every time the cold season comes she gets a chronic cough. I've been to the pulmonologist 3 times. They did a blood test, sweat test, and allergy test; all were negative. I want to know if there are any home remedy treatments or cough medicine I should give her. P.S. She has a humidifier in her room every day. Plus, I give her a steam bath all the time.
    
    
• Anonymous answered:
  

  • You seem to have done all the right things. There is an herbal remedy called Echinachea for children. This helps during the winter months for those who are prone to colds and coughs. Steam inhalation is good. If you have central heating try and crack a window or make sure you humidify. Hope this helps a bit.

Q&A of the week

• Anonymous asked in the Dental Health category:
  
  
  • Any ideas on how to keep your gums from bleeding when brushing teeth? I already use a soft toothbrush and when I spit it is bloody.
    
    
• Anonymous answered:
  

  • Actually bleeding gums could be a sign of disease like gingivitis. Get a toothpaste that aids in preventing this or go to your dentist. Also, flossing helps to toughen up gums. That's how the dentist usually knows if you're flossing or not. If you bleed you don't floss!