Question
A 17-month-old baby initially had phlegm in the throat, which later led to coughing. The baby has been taking medication for 10 days but still has phlegm. The question is whether it might be due to wearing too many clothes, and whether it’s necessary to take fire-reducing medicine.
Answer
The baby’s excessive phlegm may be caused by a respiratory infection. It is recommended to increase fluid intake and use pear juice or radish water to help moisten the lungs. Methods to help expel phlegm include maintaining indoor humidity and drinking plenty of water. If the phlegm is thick, try the above methods to help the baby expel the phlegm.