Patient's question:
Here is the English translation of the provided text:"Child with three-year-old cough that hasn’t improved for a long time, coughs during the day but okay at night? Also has thick nasal discharge. Previous treatment history and effectiveness: not very ideal. What kind of help is desired: What kind of treatment can help cure the child’s cough?"
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Doctor's answer:
1. Drink water in small amounts and multiple times; the water temperature should not be too hot to avoid irritating the throat.2. When an infant has severe coughing, it is best to hold them upright with their upper body at a 45-degree angle, while gently patting their back with your hand to help loosen secretions stuck in the trachea, making it easier for them to cough them out.
3. Always maintain air temperature; temperature and cleanliness are very important. The room temperature should ideally remain between 20-26°C, with regular ventilation. The indoor humidity should be kept at 50%–70%, which helps dissolve mucus and facilitates its expulsion. If the air is too dry, mucus can stick to the tracheal walls and be difficult to clear.