Patient's question:
All symptoms: The baby is a girl, 10 months old. She is formula-fed. Recently, her cough has been particularly severe during the period from falling asleep at night to waking up in the morning, with very little coughing during the day. She coughs less when she's asleep, but if she's not deeply asleep, she coughs frequently.Onset time and cause: It started two nights ago, and it has been happening for two consecutive nights. She had a fever a few days ago, but it has already subsided.
Treatment: She has been drinking cough syrup and consuming plenty of boiled water.
Help needed: Could you please tell me what might be causing this?
Doctor's answer:
Cough is just a symptom, an effective way to expel respiratory pathogens. Drinking warm drinks can help make the baby's mucus thinner, relieve tension in the respiratory tract lining, and promote the expulsion of phlegm. It is best for the child to drink warm water, warm milk, rice soup, etc. Fresh juice can also be given to the child, but it is recommended to choose less irritating juices like apple juice and pear juice, rather than citrus juices such as orange juice or grapefruit juice. It is advised to take the child to a doctor for a check-up of the lungs and throat to ensure timely treatment. Additionally, make sure the child stays warm.