How to deal with a 2-year-old baby with phlegm in the throat and cough

Patient's question:

When coughing, I can hear phlegm in my throat, but I can't cough it up. About past treatment and its effectiveness: I took Shuanghuanglian oral liquid and Xiao'er Kezhi Huatan Granules. What kind of help do I need: Please ask, is it okay to take these two medications? If not, what other medications should I take? Thank you

Doctor's answer:

Child has a cough, further examination is needed, it may be bronchitis caused. If accompanied by fever, dry cough, further exclusion of pneumonia is necessary. According to your description, the baby is likely to have bronchitis. The two medications you used for the baby are appropriate. However, if the medication is not effective, you can switch to Lungenkolk Syrup and Cefixime Granules. If the baby's symptoms improve but still have fever, dry cough, etc., it is best to have the doctor perform a few percussions, and if necessary, a chest X-ray and blood test can be conducted.

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