Question
My baby is two months old and has been coughing for a week. There is no fever, and the baby has undergone nebulizer treatment for a week and oral medication for three days. The frequency and severity of the cough have increased, and there is a large amount of vomiting, with thick milk and visible yellow sputum. I would like to know when the baby can recover, whether intravenous fluid treatment is needed, and if breastfeeding mothers can help their babies cool down by eating rock sugar and pear.
Answer
The two-month-old baby’s severe cough with yellow sputum does not require excessive concern. It is recommended to give more plain water to help dissolve the sputum for easier expulsion. Additionally, it is important to bring the baby back to the hospital for a chest auscultation promptly to rule out the possibility of pneumonia.