Patient's question:
The baby is only one month old and is a premature infant. They have some mild coughing, sometimes spit up milk, and have a thick layer of white stuff on their mouth. Their eye corners are also a bit red. Is there any way to solve this without giving the baby medicine? Can they drink pear water with rock sugar?Doctor's answer:
Based on your condition description, the premature infant's cough is considered to be caused by respiratory tract infection leading to bronchitis, which is commonly triggered by viral, bacterial, or mycoplasma infections. Symptoms may include coughing and phlegm. The white substance in the mouth should be ruled out as thrush. If the cough is severe, cough and phlegm-relieving treatment can be administered. Daily precautions should be taken, including adequate rest, avoiding staying up late, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding crowded places to prevent cross-infection. Ensure proper ventilation in the room, maintain sufficient caloric intake, and enhance the body's immunity. If it is thrush, sodium bicarbonate mouth rinsing and fluconazole antifungal treatment should be given.