Question
The three-month-old baby has been coughing for four or five days, coughing a few times in the morning, seemingly accompanied by phlegm, and has not been treated. What precautions should be taken, is it serious, and should I take the baby to see a doctor?
Answer
Mild coughs do not require forced intervention. If your baby does not have a fever, just a little dry cough, but is eating well, sleeping well, and playing well, then there’s no need to worry; generally, no treatment is needed. If the child’s cough is not obvious during the day but becomes severe at night, affecting sleep, you can try some home remedies to help reduce the dry cough and make the baby more comfortable. If the child’s cough is accompanied by a fever and they seem listless, or if they experience difficulty breathing, turn red in the face while coughing, struggle to breathe, or cough up yellow-green sputum, it’s best to take them to see a doctor.