Patient's question:
The child is four months old. Both of them are coughing, and it's the worst today. It's the kind of cough where they struggle to breathe. I want to ask you, doctor, what should I do: What kind of assistance do you need: What should I do now...Doctor's answer:
It's considering the possibility of bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, or pneumonia. Suggestions: It's best to take oral antibiotics, and if oral medication is ineffective, it's recommended to receive intravenous anti-inflammatory treatment. This is because intravenous medication has a higher blood concentration and takes effect faster and better. If there is phlegm, you can try oral Shanzhuli. When parents are caring for the child, they should pay attention to the following aspects: 1. Drink water in small amounts and multiple times. The water temperature should not be too hot to avoid irritating the throat; 2. During severe coughing, it's best to hold the child upright with their upper body at a 45-degree angle, while gently patting their back with your hand to help loosen the secretions stuck in the trachea, making it easier to cough out; 3. Always maintain a stable air temperature. Temperature and air quality are very important. The room temperature should ideally be kept between 20-26°C, with regular ventilation. The indoor humidity should be between 50% and 70%, which is beneficial for dissolving phlegm and coughing it out. If the air is too dry, the phlegm will stick to the tracheal wall and be difficult to expel; 4. If coughing is severe at night, slightly elevate the pillow to reduce the risk of gastroesophageal reflux and the impact of cold air on the throat.