Since the start of autumn, the weather has gradually cooled, and various "autumn ailments" have begun to "plague" citizens. After enduring prolonged high temperatures, the body's immunity has weakened. Coupled with the proliferation of pathogens during seasonal transitions, individuals with weaker constitutions—such as the elderly and children—struggle to adapt and are prone to colds and fevers. At this time, it is crucial to avoid catching chills at night, minimize the use of air conditioners and fans, and stay attuned to temperature fluctuations to prevent illnesses from "taking their toll in autumn."
Children — Colds and Fevers
Autumn is a peak season for infectious diseases, with children often developing fevers. Additional symptoms may include pallor, emotional instability, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Due to individual differences among babies, fever manifestations can vary significantly. Touching the limbs or forehead may falsely indicate no fever; it's best to rely on the sensation when touching the chest and abdomen. Sometimes, a child may have a high fever from a cold, yet their hands and feet feel cold to the touch. Only as the body temperature gradually decreases do the extremities slowly warm up again. This is a phenomenon known as "false cold, true heat," particularly common in infants under 3 years old.
The primary cause of this false cold sensation is that children, especially infants, have less blood volume in their limbs compared to their internal organs. Due to insufficient blood supply, their limbs naturally feel colder than those of adults.
Many parents unaware of this phenomenon mistakenly assume their child is chilled when they feel cold extremities. They immediately bundle the child tightly in thick clothing or quilts, preventing the body heat from dissipating. This traps the heat, causing the temperature to rise further and potentially leading to febrile seizures or even "heatstroke." If a child shows cold and fever symptoms, medications like Chaihu Drops should be administered promptly.
Chaihu Drops rapidly reduce fever. As a drop formulation, the medication is absorbed directly through the oral mucosa without first-pass elimination, ensuring swift efficacy. It is also convenient to administer and carry.
Additionally, experts caution that during early autumn nights, many people habitually sleep uncovered, leading to diarrhea and headaches from excessive exposure to cool air. They advise against seeking excessive coolness, avoiding direct air conditioning blasts, limiting time under tree shade, in pavilions, or on balconies, and refraining from sleeping with fans blowing directly on you.Experts also recommend drinking ginger and brown sugar tea. Avoid rapidly consuming large amounts of cold boiled water or chilled beverages, as this may worsen symptoms.
Young Adults—Prone to Pharyngitis
With the arrival of autumn, young adults have become the primary group experiencing pharyngitis outbreaks, mostly due to throat inflammation caused by exposure to cold. The prevalence of pharyngitis and laryngitis is linked to weather changes.As autumn air grows drier and temperatures gradually drop, noticeable throat discomfort warrants increased intake of warm water and yin-nourishing, throat-moistening foods like lily bulbs, white fungus, black fungus, and pears. Those who use their voices frequently should protect their vocal cords by minimizing speech. Additionally, autumn's tendency to cause internal heat means individuals prone to this condition should reduce spicy foods to avoid throat irritation and health impacts.
For sore throats, timely use of heat-clearing and toxin-eliminating Chinese herbal medicines like Andrographis paniculata is advisable. Standard Andrographis preparations primarily contain Andrographis extract, which includes Andrographolide A, B, C, and D, with Andrographolide B comprising less than 1.5%.The Andrographolide Drops produced by Tianjin Tasly Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. utilize modern high-tech methods to extract andrographolide (Andrographolide B), the most effective component of Andrographis paniculata for treating infectious diseases, with a purity exceeding 98%. Taken at the onset of a cold, it can rapidly alleviate symptoms of sore throat.
Middle-aged individuals—bone pain
Many middle-aged people have recently experienced frequent joint pain.Why does air conditioning feel fine in summer, yet a fan causes bone-deep aches once summer ends? This occurs because summer sweating loosens muscle pores. Prolonged air conditioning exposure concentrates cold energy in the legs. When autumn arrives, stagnation leads to pain, manifesting as joint swelling and discomfort—severe cases may even make walking unpleasant.