Patient's question:
The child has been coughing with phlegm on a regular basis, but they've had a fever for three days now and it's still there. The urine test showed a viral infection, and the percussion test indicated a urinary issue. They've taken Cefixime Granules, E, Antiviral Oral Liquid, but the temperature still comes back up every five or six hours even after taking fever-reducing medicine. Yesterday, the doctor prescribed Oseltamivir Granules, atomized Bromhexine Hydrochloride, Budesonide, and Chinese herbal medicine acupoint patches, but nothing has helped. At night, the child coughs severely, with each cough lasting eight to nine breaths, and their throat is filled with phlegm. What should we do? The child is now 13 months old.Doctor's answer:
I am very happy to serve you. In your description of the baby's condition, there has been cough with phlegm recently, and a fever for the past 3 days. After treatment with antibiotics, antivirals, lung clearing, and inhalation therapy, the effect has not been significant. Currently, the cough is still quite severe, with a lot of phlegm. It is recommended to focus on comprehensive treatment, including anti-infection, lung clearing, cooling blood, and inhalation therapy. At the same time, attention should be paid to enhancing care, encouraging the baby to drink more water, patting the back during coughing, and maintaining a light diet, avoiding overly sweet or salty foods.