Patient's question:
The baby is 6 months old and has a cold. They are also coughing and have a slight fever in the morning and evening. The coughing is worse at night. It has been almost two weeks, and the baby has taken cold medicine, anti-inflammatory medication, and cough syrup, but the symptoms are not improving. What should I do if the baby catches a cold during the postpartum period?Doctor's answer:
During a child's cold, the mother can consume jujube and goji berry soup. Generally, it has little impact on the child's condition. Pay attention to giving the child more water. If the child's cold is severe, it is necessary to give them children's cold medicine promptly after feeding. After feeding, the child should be gently patted on the back. Different causes can lead to different symptoms. Patients need to seek systematic and standardized examinations at reputable tertiary hospitals as soon as possible based on their own condition to receive symptomatic treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a regular schedule, take precautions against cold and warmth, eat light and soft foods, ensure good ventilation, and drink more hot water daily.