Question
What should I do if my baby has a runny nose and cough? Disease Description: Just a runny nose with occasional coughs. Is it like coughing in fits? Has it ever been treated before? What kind of help do you want: Is it helpful to drink some brown sugar water?
Answer
Hi, based on your description, it seems your baby might have caught a cold from being exposed to air conditioning. It’s suggested to give your child plenty of water and oral medication, such as pediatric paracetamol and chlorpheniramine granules. If the cough is severe, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication and ambroxol oral solution may be required. Given the symptoms you’ve described, your baby might have bronchitis or pneumonia. It’s advised to provide more water for your baby, avoid catching a cold, pat their back to help expel phlegm, and take them to the hospital for a routine blood test. Let the doctor examine your baby’s throat and lungs. If bacterial infection is suspected, oral antibiotics and cough syrup, along with nebulizer therapy, may be necessary.