Patient's question:
High fever, cough, stuffy nose, slightly red throat, poor digestion (loose stools with visible undigested remnants), slightly rough breathing sounds. Dinner was fine, spirits were good, coughing was severe at night, stopped when sleeping, coughing was severe when getting into bed in the morning, occasional coughing during the day. Two weeks ago, occasional coughing, went to the hospital and was told it was nothing, took some anti-inflammatory medication (Cefixime dispersible tablets). Previous treatment and effectiveness: Currently the baby is taking (Clarithromycin granules), (Pulmicort), (Children's Chiretta Clear Heat Granules), and (Promethazine). How can the medication assist: The baby has been coughing for two weeks now. What is wrong with the baby, and what medicine should be taken to recover quickly?Doctor's answer:
For a child's cough, in addition to using antibiotics to treat bacterial infections, many simple and practical measures are equally effective. You can often have the child jump or have their back tapped. This not only promotes blood circulation in the lungs but also helps loosen mucus in the airways, making it easier to expel. The method for tapping the back is as follows: The child should be half-sitting or held in a half-sitting position. The parent's fingers should be slightly curved into a semi-ring shape, like half a fist, and gently tap the child's back, alternating sides. The striking force should not be too strong, and it should be done from top to bottom, from outside to inside, in sequence. Tap each side for 3 to 5 minutes, 2 to 3 times a day.