Question
Why does a 10-day-old baby always cough?
Answer
A 10-day-old baby’s persistent coughing may be due to poor gastrointestinal motility. It is recommended to undergo a gastroscopy. If there are no abnormalities, medications to promote gastrointestinal motility, such as Cisapride or Metoclopramide, can be administered. Additionally, it is important to avoid feeding during crying or emotional excitement and ensure correct breastfeeding posture. For breastfed babies, the flow of milk should be controlled; for formula-fed babies, attention should be paid to avoid eating too fast, too cold or too hot, and to swallow slowly and less frequently. When the baby is coughing, toys or gentle music can be used to distract their attention and reduce the frequency of coughing.