Question

A 4-month-old child developed a cough yesterday after receiving the DPT vaccine and sugar pills, with a body temperature of 37.2 degrees. What could be the issue?

Answer

Based on your description, the child may have an upper respiratory tract infection. Treatment should include anti-inflammatory medication, and it is recommended to take Cefaclor, Children’s Qingfei Huatan Granules, and Children’s Feining Granules. There are many causes of pediatric respiratory system diseases. If diagnosed with a pediatric respiratory system disease, parents should actively cooperate with the doctor for treatment, including the use of gastric tubes for decompression and cultivating good hygiene habits. In addition, parents should pay attention to their child’s balanced diet and avoid developing picky eating habits.