How to handle excessive phlegm in newborns

Patient's question:

I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving lately and crying non-stop. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. How should I handle excessive phlegm in newborns?

Doctor's answer:

The consideration you described is tonsillitis, which falls under upper respiratory tract infections. Treatment primarily involves antibiotic therapy, and intravenous medication can be considered. Alternatively, you can steep three to five honeysuckle fruits in water to drink, which has a relatively ideal effect.
There are many factors that can affect the pediatric respiratory system. If a child is diagnosed with a respiratory condition, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to start treatment immediately, assist with gastric decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. The child should maintain a balanced diet and avoid stimulating and cold foods.

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