Question
My son accidentally caught a cold while playing outside a few days ago. Now he has a bit of a cold with coughing, and sometimes it’s quite severe. We went to the hospital and got some medicine, but it doesn’t seem to be working very well. So I want to ask the doctor, what kind of medicine should my son take for his cold and cough to get better fastest?
Answer
After a child catches a cold, they are more prone to developing symptoms such as tonsillitis and bronchitis, which can lead to clinical manifestations like coughing and phlegm. Based on the current symptoms, it is advisable to go to the hospital for a thorough examination to rule out the possibility of pediatric pneumonia. If inflammation recurs, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication may be required for treatment. Avoid giving stimulating foods to the baby during treatment. It is recommended to take medication under the guidance of a local doctor.