Patient's question:
The child is almost 7 months old and got a cold on the 24th. At first, it was just a runny nose, and they took medicine to help, but in the past few days, they've had coughing and phlegm again. They bought anti-inflammatory medicine for the child to take, but it hasn't gotten better and has even worsened. When the child was two and a half months old, they also got a cold and were hospitalized. The check-up results showed upper respiratory infection and bronchitis, and they stayed in the hospital for four days to recover. How can I help with coughing and phlegm?Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to your description, the child has a cold with a runny nose, coughing, and phlegm, which is considered symptoms of an upper respiratory infection. Symptomatic treatment can be administered. Oral liquids can be used, and expectorants can be applied when there is excessive phlegm. can also be done. Generally, it can recover quickly on its own. It is recommended to give the child more easily digestible foods and drink plenty of warm water, while also paying attention to keeping warm. We should also pay close attention to the child's condition regularly and monitor their every move.