Patient's question:
All symptoms: The baby's throat seems to have phlegm, with loud breathing sounds like "hu hu hu".Onset time and cause: It has been like this for over a month.
Treatment status: None.
Help needed: A prompt response would be appreciated. The more detailed, the better.
Doctor's answer:
Due to poor development of the child's laryngeal cartilage, the larynx covers the glottis during inhalation, resulting in a chicken-like cry. This is called congenital laryngeal stridor. If the symptoms are mild, congenital stridor usually resolves on its own by the age of 2 to 3, so the family can be reassured. It is important to prevent colds and frights in daily life to avoid respiratory infections and laryngeal spasms, which could worsen laryngeal obstruction. If the episode is severe with difficulty in breathing, the infant's position can be adjusted. Side-lying can help alleviate the symptoms. In rare cases of severe laryngeal obstruction, a tracheostomy may be necessary.