Question
The child has been coughing upon waking up for several days and has visited a doctor, but the medication seems to be ineffective. What are some quick-acting medication suggestions?
Answer
The doctor suggests it could be bronchitis or tonsillitis, and simple oral medication may not be effective enough. It is recommended to consider intravenous treatment to enhance the effectiveness of the medication. At the same time, fresh bamboo extract can be tried to help loosen phlegm. Parents should pay attention to giving their child an appropriate amount of water, maintaining a suitable indoor temperature and humidity, and helping the child cough correctly to facilitate the expulsion of phlegm. Before bedtime, the baby’s mattress can be slightly elevated to reduce gastroesophageal reflux and the irritation of cold air on the throat.