Patient's question:
My baby is five and a half months old and has been coughing in the morning and evening, accompanied by a runny nose. I have given him Snake Gland and Fritillaria Root Pinyin Decoction and Children's Paracetamol and Chlorpheniramine Granules.Diagnosis and Treatment History:
- On December 24, 2011, he developed a runny nose and coughed in the morning and evening.
- There is no history of treatment or its effectiveness.
Desired Help:
- How can I cure this?
Doctor's answer:
This symptom indicates an upper respiratory infection in young children. The cough suggests inflammation in the throat and trachea, and timely anti-inflammatory and antiviral treatment should be administered. Seasonally, the current flu is primarily caused by the influenza virus, with treatment focusing on antiviral therapy, supplemented with azithromycin for better efficacy. For severe cough, expectorant and cough-relieving medications such as Orange Red Cough Syrup can be taken. When fever occurs, physical cooling is the preferred method, and if necessary, fever-reducing medication can be administered to lower body temperature. Rest and increased fluid intake are also essential.