Question
The 10-month-old baby is coughing with phlegm, and the blood count has reached 16,000. The baby has already undergone four days of nebulizer treatment and is currently taking medication for three days. There are concerns about the potential overuse of medication and its impact on the baby’s body. What should be done?
Answer
If medication has been taken for three days, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a re-examination of the blood count. If the count has returned to normal, consider discontinuing the medication. Normal dosage medication typically does not cause significant side effects in babies. Daily care should include ensuring the baby drinks plenty of water, keeping warm, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, minimizing outdoor activities, and not self-prescribing antibiotics.