Question
How can acute laryngitis be treated when symptoms are not apparent during the day, but become severe especially in the first half of the night? Symptoms include a hoarse voice, coughing, irritability, frequent crying and fussing, sometimes with fever and sometimes without, and vomiting when coughing severe .
Answer
Hello, acute laryngitis is a complication of an exacerbated upper respiratory infection, which can easily lead to difficulty breathing. Typically, this condition does not last longer than 72 hours. Currently, your child has been hospitalized for five days, and the main treatment methods are to treat the upper respiratory infection and antiviral therapy. According to your description, this may be caused by external wind-cold, and it is recommended to take medications such as Huitong Granules, Children’s Cold Remedy, Qingkailing Granules, Ceftriaxone Granules, and ensure your child drinks plenty of water and stays warm. If symptoms do not improve, it is advisable to visit a pediatrician for a detailed examination to confirm the diagnosis.