Patient's question:
My nephew is being taken care of by my brother and sister-in-law, and he is temporarily staying with me while I and my mother look after him. Recently, my mother has been busy with some matters with her friends, so she has completely handed over the major responsibility of taking care of the little nephew to me. I have never taken care of a child before, and during the two days I was with him, my nephew caught a cold. I took him to the pediatrician for a cold and cough, but he hasn't recovered yet.Doctor's answer:
The situation you mentioned is still considered a respiratory infection. Since this condition is caused by the transmission of pathogenic microorganisms, it is necessary to take oral medication under the guidance of a doctor for treatment. If the condition is severe, intravenous infusion treatment may be required. The main goal is to prevent bronchitis and bronchopneumonia. It is important to encourage the child to drink more water, pay attention to keeping warm, and avoid catching a cold. The course of the illness is generally about one to ten days. Eating some vegetables and fruits appropriately can help with a complete recovery.