TCM Pediatrics: Phrases for Discussing Children's Health in TCM

Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a holistic approach to pediatric care, focusing on balancing a child’s energy (qi), strengthening their immune system, and addressing specific health issues through natural therapies like acupuncture, herbal medicine, and dietary adjustments. When visiting a TCM clinic for pediatric care in China, it's important to know the right phrases to discuss your child's health, symptoms, and treatment options. Below is a conversation format between a parent and a TCM practitioner, with essential phrases for different scenarios related to children's health.

Scene 1: Describing the Child’s Symptoms

Parent:


My child has been coughing a lot lately.

我的孩子最近咳嗽得很厉害。

Wǒ de háizi zuìjìn késòu de hěn lìhài.

Practitioner:


Is the cough dry or with phlegm?

咳嗽是干咳还是有痰？

Késòu shì gān ké háishì yǒu tán?

Parent:


It’s mostly a dry cough.

主要是干咳。

Zhǔyào shì gān ké.

Scene 2: Discussing the Child’s General Health

Parent:


My child often catches colds. Is there a way to strengthen their immune system?

我的孩子经常感冒，有什么方法可以增强免疫系统吗？

Wǒ de háizi jīngcháng gǎnmào, yǒu shénme fāngfǎ kěyǐ zēngqiáng miǎnyì xìtǒng ma?

Practitioner:


Yes, herbal medicine and dietary adjustments can help improve immunity.

可以，中药和饮食调整可以帮助增强免疫力。

Kěyǐ, zhōngyào hé yǐnshí tiáozhěng kěyǐ bāngzhù zēngqiáng miǎnyì lì.

Scene 3: Understanding the Treatment Plan

Parent:


How will you treat my child’s cough?

你会如何治疗我孩子的咳嗽？

Nǐ huì rúhé zhìliáo wǒ háizi de késòu?

Practitioner:


I will use acupuncture to relieve the cough and prescribe a herbal tea to clear heat.

我会使用针灸来缓解咳嗽，并开一些清热的中药茶。

Wǒ huì shǐyòng zhēnjiǔ lái huǎnjiě késòu, bìng kāi yīxiē qīng rè de zhōngyào chá.

Scene 4: After the Treatment

Parent:


How should I care for my child after the treatment?

治疗后我应该如何照顾我的孩子？

Zhìliáo hòu wǒ yīnggāi rúhé zhàogù wǒ de háizi?

Practitioner:


Make sure they rest well, and avoid cold or greasy foods for a few days.

确保他们好好休息，几天内避免吃冷的或油腻的食物。

Quèbǎo tāmen hǎohǎo xiūxí, jǐ tiān nèi bìmiǎn chī lěng de huò yóunì de shíwù.

Parent:


Will there be any side effects from the herbal tea?

喝中药茶会有副作用吗？

Hē zhōngyào chá huì yǒu fù zuòyòng ma?

Practitioner:


It’s unlikely, but let me know if you notice anything unusual.

一般不会，但如果你注意到有什么异常，请告诉我。

Yībān bù huì, dàn rúguǒ nǐ zhùyì dào yǒu shé me yìcháng, qǐng gàosù wǒ.

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