Patient's question:
I have a slight cough and might infect the baby. My throat is dry, and I'm coughing up yellow phlegm, but it's very mild, just a dry throat. The baby started having a bit of clear nasal discharge yesterday, but it's light, with a little cough. Today, it seems like the cough is a bit worse, but the baby is in good spirits. What medicine should I take? I wonder if the baby is the same as me?Doctor's answer:
Most children's coughs are caused by cold exposure, infections in the trachea or lungs, or consuming cold foods. Eating too much cold food can also lead to coughing. Children have weaker spleen and stomach functions, so they should avoid cold and raw foods to prevent worsening the condition and prolonging recovery. On the other hand, proper dietary management can often yield twice the result with half the effort for children's colds and coughs.It is recommended to take E oral solution, a compound preparation containing clenbuterol, to treat cough, thick mucus, difficulty in expectoration, and wheezing.
For children (under 12 years old): Take orally, 2.5–15 ml at a time, twice a day.
During fever, parents should let the child rest more and drink plenty of plain water. Generally, symptoms will improve within 5–7 days.