The common cold is the most common pediatric disease. The coexistence of dampness and heat with a thick and greasy tongue fur is the dominant pathogenesis of children's common cold that is clinically observed in the Kunming area. Common cold caused by dampness is typically and usually occurs in late summer. However, it can now occur any time of the year which is most likely linked to climate change, over use of air conditioning, overconsumption of cold food and drink, and abuse of medication. Universe, earth, man' is a holistic body of interrelation and interaction. When physicians make a diagnosis and give treatment, they need to not only pay attention to the disease itself but also take considerations of the patient himself. The patient's living environment, eating and drinking habit, living area and its climate, and medication history, etc. are closely related to the disease. Comprehensively analyzing all those aspects and tailoring measures to suit particular person, time, and circumstances is very important for disease prevention and treatment.