Question
The baby is currently three months old and has a cold with a stuffy nose, cough, and phlegm. It has been three days now. The baby has already taken children’s cold syrup and children’s lung-cleansing and expectorant granules. Do I still need to add antibiotic treatment?
Answer
After catching a cold, the baby’s resistance may have dropped, possibly leading to bacterial or viral infection, causing upper respiratory tract infection, manifested by runny nose, stuffy nose, and cough with phlegm. It is recommended to continue taking the current medication, drink plenty of water, and administer cefaclor granules. Pay attention to keeping warm to prevent catching a cold again, which will help the cold recover. If the situation is severe, it is advisable to visit a regular hospital pediatric department for consultation, where the doctor can perform a lung auscultation.