Patient's question:
Okay, here is the translation following your instructions:But because he doesn't usually cough, the adults didn't pay attention. In the last two or three months, he had pharyngitis and an upper respiratory infection. Just two or three days before his birthday, the upper respiratory infection had just improved. But at that time, the baby had clear nasal discharge, which flowed out quickly and could be wiped away. I don't know what medicine I can give the baby now? He is currently bright red on his cheeks and lips, and there are small papules around his mouth, mostly below the chin. Also, regarding the baby's clothing, is it better to dress him in less or more? The elders say it's better to dress him in more – after all, the baby has a cold. However, mothers of children say it's better to dress him in less, saying that since he already has a fever, it's not good to bundle him up.
Doctor's answer:
Medical Analysis: Based on your description, the child's cough accompanied by wheezing is commonly seen in conditions such as bronchial asthma and chronic asthmatic bronchitis. The child's flushed appearance is due to fever, as the body needs to dissipate heat, leading to expanded capillaries and increased blood flow. The face has a rich supply of blood vessels, making this effect particularly noticeable. The small papules are a response to inflammation and may also be caused by taking salicylic acid-containing medications. Cough accompanied by fever is more commonly seen in acute upper and lower respiratory tract infections and tuberculosis, but the likelihood of tuberculosis is relatively low, with the former being more common.Advice: The medications you have taken, such as Amoxicillin granules and ibuprofen suspension, are antipyretic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory drugs. Meloxicam and nabumetone have stronger antipyretic effects. The child should wear more clothing to avoid further colds or a decline in resistance.