Patient's question:
My baby is nine months old. Recently, the baby has a slight cold, and I can hear him hiccuping and coughing. I gave him milk that he usually has no reaction to, but he keeps spitting it out. Seeing him getting thinner, my heart almost broke. The baby has a cold and coughs, with a bit of hiccuping, and still vomits after drinking milk. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Based on the symptoms you described, it is not ruled out that the upper respiratory tract infection may be caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Since the baby is quite young, it is essential to seek timely medical treatment at a local hospital to prevent complications such as lower respiratory tract infections, pneumonia, or bronchitis. During the baby's cold, it is important to appropriately prevent cold exposure and ensure the baby drinks enough water. Additionally, antiviral medication should be taken orally on schedule for antiviral treatment. If vomiting occurs again, it is crucial to first try to avoid feeding the baby too much.