Patient's question:
The child is a boy, weighing 21 jin, and is 9 months and 3 days old. Ten days ago, he had a cold, starting with clear nasal discharge, then progressing to thick nasal discharge, with mild coughing. These symptoms recurred twice. Now, he is not running a fever but coughs and vomits milk after waking up at night. During the day, he is in good spirits and coughs occasionally. The day before yesterday, an X-ray revealed some phlegm in his lungs. Some medication was prescribed, and he also received an injection. Last night, he still coughed and vomited milk. What should be done now?Doctor's answer:
Generally, the early stage of a cold is caused by a viral infection. You can first suggest taking Xiao'er Fei're Kechuan Koufuye (Children's Lung Heat Cough and Asthma Oral Liquid), which has a significant therapeutic effect and reduces side effects. It has the functions of clearing heat, resolving phlegm, stopping cough, and relieving asthma. Xiao'er Fei're Kechuan Koufuye is the most commonly used cough medicine for children.1-3 years old: 1 tube once a day, 3 times a day;
4-7 years old: 1 tube once a day, 4 times a day;
8-12 years old: 2 tubes each time, 3 times a day.
Make sure to give the baby plenty of water.