Patient's question:
Baby is 2 years old, why is there a dry cough and retching at night?Doctor's answer:
Hello, your baby has a cough and dry retching, which may be caused by a respiratory infection after catching a cold. Observe if there are any symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, or fever during the day. If these cold symptoms are present, it is recommended to use antiviral and expectorant medications for treatment. If there are no other symptoms, and it is only a cough at night, it could be due to low indoor humidity and dry air, which may irritate the throat and cause coughing. Try to drink water promptly after waking up at night and maintain indoor humidity between 55% and 60%. These measures can help alleviate symptoms. Pay attention to a light diet and enhance vitamin supplementation during the day. Wishing you a speedy recovery!