What to Do When Babies Cough and Sore Throat Refuse to Eat?

Question

How to handle the situation where babies cough and have a sore throat but refuse to eat?

Answer

When babies cough and have a sore throat but refuse to eat, it is advisable to use cough medicine that has both expectorant and phlegm-thinning effects. When choosing the medication, syrup is more suitable than tablets because the syrup adheres to the pharyngeal mucosa after administration, reducing irritation and achieving cough-suppressing effects. When taking the syrup, do not dilute it with water or take it with water. There are many causes of respiratory system infections in children. If a child is diagnosed with a respiratory system infection, parents should cooperate with the doctor for treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. At the same time, children’s diet should be arranged reasonably, avoiding the consumption of irritating or cold foods.