Patient's question:
Clear nasal mucus, cough, coughing becomes heavier after falling asleep, no coughing when awake! Everything else is fine, may be feeling a bit cold.Past treatment and effectiveness: Took Haowaotai Xia'eranfenwan'an Granules, fever improved a lot, but why is the cough still there?
Type of assistance desired: Fast and effective assist...
Doctor's answer:
It's important to control the inflammation. Intravenous fluids are the fastest way to treat. Suggestions: It's recommended to use intravenous anti-inflammatory treatment, as it has a higher drug concentration and faster onset, which is better. If there is phlegm, you can try oral Shanzhuli. When parents are caring for the child, they should pay attention to the following aspects: 1. Drink small amounts of water frequently, and avoid very hot water to prevent irritating the throat; 2. During severe coughing, it's best to hold the child upright, with their upper body at a 45-degree angle, while gently patting their back to help loosen the secretions stuck in the trachea, making it easier to cough them out; 3. Maintain a constant air temperature, as temperature and cleanliness are very important. The room temperature should ideally be kept between 20-26°C, with regular ventilation. The indoor humidity should be around 50%–70%, which helps dissolve mucus and makes it easier to cough out. Dry air can cause mucus to stick to the tracheal walls, making it difficult to expel; 4. If coughing is severe at night, slightly elevate the pillow to reduce the risk of gastroesophageal reflux and exposure to cold air in the throat. The above suggestions are for the question "Seven-month-old baby with a cold and cough." I hope this helps you, and wish you good health!