Patient's question:
The child has been coughing for a day without a fever. Since the pneumonia last year, coughing is now quite severe whenever it occurs. After testing, only CRP is 11, and the rest are not high. Is it necessary to take antibiotics in this situation?Doctor's answer:
Your baby's condition falls under the category of upper respiratory tract infection, primarily caused by bacterial infection, and exposure to cold is also a contributing factor. Currently, oral anti-infection and fever-reducing medications are needed, such as oral Chaihuang Granules or Qingkailing Granules. Additionally, you can apply cold compresses to the forehead or take a hot foot bath to induce sweating for fever reduction.This is the advice for the question "How to treat a child's cough without fever?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!