Question
My baby coughs frequently at night but not during the day. A few days ago, I gave the baby some sugar snow pear water and also made some garlic with sugar, and it seemed to be getting better, but then the baby ate something cold and now it’s coughing again. What should I do?
Answer
Firstly, pay close attention to observe whether the baby’s daily diet and mental state are normal, and if there are any symptoms such as fever or listlessness. If you suspect that the cough is caused by a cold, the main thing is to strengthen care, avoid catching a cold, drink plenty of warm water, and have a moderate amount of warm juice. If there is phlegm with the cough, you can use a small amount of expectorant medicine to help. Avoid overly sweet food to prevent phlegm from becoming too thick and difficult to cough up. If the cough does not improve even after three days or worsens, seek medical attention as soon as possible.