Patient's question:
Breastfeeding, recently for the past few days, I don't know why the baby has been coughing. And when he coughs, it feels like he can't cough out properly, as if there's phlegm in his throat. I've given him some water, but it hasn't helped much. I also stewed pears and gave him some pear water to drink. But it didn't work at all. Since the child is young, I didn't dare to give him any other medication. What assistance is needed: What should I do if a five-month-old baby has phlegm in their throat?Doctor's answer:
The respiratory system of infants and young children has not yet fully developed, and they will not cough even when they have phlegm, making it easy for phlegm to get stuck in the throat, trachea, or even regurgitate into the stomach. Parents should promptly assist their children in expelling phlegm.First, it is essential to maintain fresh air in the living space. Open windows regularly for ventilation, and it is best to keep the indoor temperature between 18-22 degrees Celsius, which is ideal. However, be careful not to let cold drafts blow directly on the child.
The relative humidity should be kept between 60%-65%. You can use the method of mopping the floor with a damp cloth to increase the room's humidity. This helps keep the respiratory mucosa moist and facilitates the movement of cilia on the mucosal surface, which aids in phlegm expulsion.