Patient's question:
Previous treatment and outcomes: On November 1st, he suddenly developed laryngitis. During the treatment, those nights he slept quietly, but now it has started again. He insists on being held to sleep more soundly. What kind of assistance is needed: I hope the doctor can help me understand what is causing my child to be restless at night, and how to make his naps less painful.Doctor's answer:
It should be caused by laryngitis. There is inflammation in the throat, and the inflammation can lead to local tissue degeneration, exudation, and swelling. Exudation will produce mucus, which can block the airway, causing you to wake up feeling short of breath. If the above symptoms reappear. Additionally, lying flat significantly worsens the condition, while standing helps to expel mucus. Also, people report increased sexual function during sleep.Recommendation: You should also treat the laryngitis. It's advisable to visit a pediatrician to check for tonsillar enlargement, among other things. Laryngitis is primarily treated with antibiotics, such as cefixime, which is based on cephalosporin.