Question
If a baby has hoarseness, does it require a hospital visit for treatment? How long will it take to see improvement after treatment?
Answer
Firstly, it is important to confirm if the baby has symptoms of a cold. If the baby has a cold, they may have phlegm that they cannot cough up on their own. In this case, it is advisable to visit a hospital for a consultation and consider using expectorants. If the baby does not show obvious cold symptoms, it is recommended to give the baby an appropriate amount of water before bedtime, avoiding immediate sleep after drinking milk. To adjust symptoms effectively, avoid excessive cold stimulation to prevent colds and excessive water intake, and check for signs of bronchitis inflammation to make timely adjustments. At the same time, avoid exposure to second-hand smoke and other pollutants that may cause irritation.