Question

The baby is 9 months old and has been seeing a doctor for over a week. Initially, the baby had a fever, runny nose, and cough. After the doctor examined the baby, now there’s just an occasional cough. It seems like there’s phlegm in the throat that the baby can’t cough up and swallows back. Do you need to expectorate?

Answer

Based on your detailed description, the baby’s cough, runny nose, and fever suggest a respiratory infection, possibly tonsillitis or tracheitis. It is recommended to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication and treatment for clearing the lungs, such as macrolide antibiotics and traditional Chinese lung-cleansing medicine.