Question
How to handle a baby’s 20-day cough?
Answer
If the baby’s cough is quite severe, it’s advisable for mothers to take their child to see a doctor for a physical examination, including a listen test, to determine if the baby has acute bronchitis, pneumonia, or other conditions, and to receive treatment accordingly. It’s recommended to go to the hospital for a blood test to check for signs of viral or bacterial infection. Generally, viral infection is more likely, so you can take some cooling and detoxification oral liquid along with symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication like cefixime and observe the situation.