Question
A five-month-old baby is experiencing a sore throat and cough. The parents have already given the baby cough syrup granules, ribavirin granules, wind-cold cold granules, and yellow snake gall chinaberry liquid, but the symptoms have not improved. How should it be handled?
Answer
Professional Guidance: Considering the baby’s symptoms may be due to a cold, which is often caused by a viral infection in the early stages, it is recommended to first give the baby a cold syrup such as the little cow syrup, and ensure the baby has adequate fluid intake. If coughing symptoms occur, consider adding anti-inflammatory medications such as Zhonglin or cefaclor granules. Parents should closely monitor the baby’s condition changes, and if symptoms persist and worsen, it is suggested to seek medical attention promptly. Wishing your baby a speedy recovery.