Patient's question:
Now the baby is just 7 months old, (not sure if it was transmitted due to my cold), there were 3 episodes of coughing last night and this morning/afternoon, with each episode consisting of 3 consecutive coughs. I bought azithromycin granules for oral suspension (Zithromax) myself, worried that it might develop into pneumonia.What kind of help I need: Can the baby take it? How should the best treatment be? Thank you!
Doctor's answer:
Most respiratory infections in infants and young children are viral. A cold in adults can be transmitted to children because viral colds are contagious. Therefore, when adults have a cold, they should pay attention to keeping the indoor air well-ventilated and disinfected. It is recommended not to take antibiotics indiscriminately, as this can lead to drug resistance and side effects. If there are symptoms of bacterial infection, antibiotics can be used. In addition to the indoor environment, you can use vinegar for fumigation to some extent, which can help prevent colds.