Patient's question:
Patient is male, 2 and a half months old.Coughing started on March 17th. At first, the baby coughed no more than 3 to 4 times a day, but it has gradually increased over the past few days. This morning, the baby has been coughing continuously, sometimes up to 7 or 8 times in a single cough. The baby does not cough while sleeping. The baby also has a clear runny nose, and feeding is normal.
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, it is caused by catching a cold or exposure to cold. You need to go to the hospital for examination and diagnosis. Children have low immunity and change rapidly, so they need to go to the hospital for examination, treatment, and hospitalization. They require meticulous care and attentive attention. There are many reasons that can cause respiratory problems in children. If the child is diagnosed with a respiratory system issue, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to start treatment immediately, cooperate with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention not to develop picky eating habits in children and maintain a balanced diet.