Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: My child recently had pneumonia and received injections for six days. After that, they switched to taking Western and Chinese medicine concurrently. It has been about half a month now, and they are still coughing. There are no other symptoms, just coughing. I asked the expert what I should do.Doctor's answer:
Hello, it is recommended to continue taking medication as prescribed by the doctor. Regarding children's cough, you can refer to the following information:(1) Keep the indoor air fresh, with a room temperature around 20℃ and a comfortable humidity level.
(2) Give the child plenty of fluids. Avoid feeding them milk, water, or medication when they are coughing to prevent choking.
(3) Pay attention to the child's oral hygiene. Use warm water or a mild saline solution to rinse their mouth before and after meals. Brush their teeth before bedtime. For younger children, you can use a cloth dipped in warm water or mild saline to wipe their mouth.
(4) Have the child lie on their side and ensure they are frequently turned to help drain mucus. Remove any foreign objects from their mouth and nose to maintain clear breathing.
(5) Do not smoke inside the home or cook indoors to avoid the irritation of smoke and odors to the trachea, which could worsen the cough.
(6) Monitor the child's condition closely.