Question
My baby has been suffering from recurrent cough since last summer, and it has been over a year now. During this period, the baby has been hospitalized multiple times, with immediate medical attention and treatments including medication, nebulizer therapy, and injections each time. However, the cough never completely subsides, and it takes about a month for the baby to recover each time. Additionally, the baby also has symptoms of urticarial eczema, which are not always accompanied by coughing. Could this situation be chronic bronchitis? At just three years old, does the baby have hope for a cure in the future?
Answer
Based on your description, your baby’s recurrent cough accompanied by urticarial symptoms, which have not been cured after multiple treatments, may be due to allergies rather than chronic bronchitis. The clinical diagnosis criteria for chronic bronchitis are persistent cough and sputum symptoms for more than three months, with continuous episodes for two years or longer. It is recommended that you take your baby to the hospital to check for allergens and determine the cause before proceeding with appropriate treatment.