Question
My baby has had a cold and cough for over six months, and we have visited the doctor several times during this period. We have taken ceftriaxone, pulmonary cough medicine, Qingxuan Qingfei… Sometimes I feel she is getting better, but then a few days later it becomes severe again. It’s like this back and forth. What should we do?
Answer
Based on your description, a cold should not last for two months. The common cold is a self-limiting disease and typically resolves naturally within a week. If your child has been coughing for two months, consider the possibility of conditions like bronchitis. I suggest taking your child to the pediatric department of the hospital for a re-examination, including routine blood tests, mycoplasma pneumonia testing, and chest X-rays to thoroughly investigate the respiratory tract and lung conditions. Meanwhile, continue to administer medications such as azithromycin or pulmonary cough medicine to relieve symptoms until they disappear before stopping the medication. Pay attention to keeping your child warm in daily life.