Question
My child has been constantly coughing for almost two months now. She started with a dry cough at the end of June, coughing a few times each morning when she wakes up. It’s not too severe, and she has no symptoms during the day or at night when she sleeps. Previous treatment and effects: On June 23rd, I took her to a medical clinic where it was found to be positive for mycoplasma. She received intravenous azithromycin for 5 days, with a 3-day break in between, and then another 5 days of azithromycin. After that, she took azithromycin tablets for 5 days, with a 3-day break, and then another 5 days. The doctor said she was fine, but she still coughs a bit every morning. Now, I give her medication, syrup, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, and cold medicine almost every day. I’m not sure what to do anymore.
Answer
Analysis of the Condition: This kind of symptom usually indicates some inflammatory reaction, so using some anti-inflammatory medication can achieve the therapeutic effect and it will get better. Guidance: Generally, you can use medications like azithromycin and amoxicillin for anti-inflammatory and cough relief, which should lead to improvement. Based on the condition you’ve described, your baby’s cough has not improved. I suggest getting a routine blood test for your child to check for viral or bacterial infections and to see if there is an elevated level of eosinophils. Check for allergies to determine the cause and then treat accordingly.