Question
The baby is four months old and has been running a fever for three days. They don’t sleep at night and are also lacking in energy during the day. Additionally, the coughing has not improved after taking medicine. How should this be handled?
Answer
Based on your description, the baby may have a respiratory infection, possibly caused by a viral or bacterial infection. The baby is in the acute stage, and it is recommended to drink plenty of water, avoid eating irritating foods, and administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Moreover, you can give the baby some cough suppressants, such as loquat syrup, to alleviate the coughing symptoms. If the symptoms do not improve, it is advisable to take the baby to the hospital for a professional medical consultation and treatment.