Question
Doctor, my child is currently eleven and a half months old. They experienced excessive phlegm and wheezing due to a cold, with snoring during sleep. Similar symptoms occurred when they were four months old, which improved after treatment. However, symptoms recurred at eight months old and have not improved. The latest episode was at twelve months old, despite saltwater therapy and nebulizer treatments, the effect was poor. After another visit to the doctor and re-treatment, there was still no improvement. Doctor, could this be asthma? How should we treat it?
Answer
Based on the child’s condition, it may be due to laryngeal cartilage underdevelopment, which causes a whistling sound in the baby’s throat. As the child grows older, this situation is expected to improve. It is recommended to undergo a detailed pediatric examination to rule out other abnormalities. There are many causes of respiratory system diseases in children. If the child is diagnosed with a respiratory system disease, parents should cooperate with the doctor for active treatment, perform gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should also pay attention to avoid their child’s selective eating and maintain a balanced diet.