Patient's question:
The baby just turned 100 days old and has been coughing. The elders say it's whooping cough, and it will be fine in a few days. Why hasn't the baby's whooping cough disappeared after 10 days of treatment?Doctor's answer:
The baby has been coughing for ten days without improvement, which means the treatment method has not identified the cause of the cough. If it is whooping cough, it generally recovers quickly on its own, but it is not ruled out that other diseases could be the cause. It is essential to conduct a thorough examination to determine if it is due to pneumonia in children. Persistent coughing in children can harm their health. In addition to treatment, patients need to maintain a regular schedule, take precautions against cold and warmth, eat light and soft foods, ensure good ventilation, and drink plenty of warm water to prevent the condition from recurring.