Patient's question:
My son has been coughing with phlegm for almost 10 days now. He has been taking medicine, getting IV drips, and drinking medicine, which has helped a bit, but he still coughs occasionally, especially when it seems like the phlegm hasn't improved. During his nap time, he makes loud snoring sounds, and it sounds quite painful! Today, my friend told me that boiling lotus seeds with pear water can help with phlegm and coughing.Previous treatment and effectiveness:
No matter how I assisted:
I would like to ask if a 4-month-old baby can drink it.
Doctor's answer:
Based on your description, it is considered that the baby's cough with phlegm is caused by bronchitis or pneumonia, and anti-inflammatory treatment should be the foundation.Advice: The baby can drink ophiopogon japonicus and pear decoction for cough with phlegm. At the same time, attention should be paid to preventing colds, drinking more water, and taking azithromycin suspension or cefixime granules for anti-inflammatory treatment. If the condition does not improve, it is necessary to go to the hospital for a blood test and chest X-ray to confirm the diagnosis for effective treatment.