Patient's question:
When the baby was 3 months and 20 days old, they got infected with a cough and had to use a nebulizer for 4 days. After getting better, they continued to have intermittent coughing and used the nebulizer occasionally. Around 2 and a half months ago, they were hospitalized for 3 days due to a upper respiratory infection and fever. They also had a stuffy nose, which persisted intermittently. Now, they have been coughing for a day, with approximately 10 coughs, sometimes more. Yesterday, they went to the health center for a lung check-up, but the doctor couldn't hear any phlegm, only coughing. Occasionally, they vomit milk that is quite thick. Currently, they are taking E (a cough syrup), and are not taking any other medications. Can they use radish water? How should it be prepared?Doctor's answer:
In the case of the baby, it is still considered to be caused by a cold, and it is generally more common to have a viral infection. You can use E (Yitanjing) at the same time, and cook some radish water for the baby to drink, along with oral antiviral granules. First, make sure to pat the baby's back frequently, keep the windows open for ventilation in the house, and pay attention to any changes in the baby's condition. If you hear a rattling sound in the baby's throat, be alert to the possibility of pneumonia.