Question
The nine-month-old child has been experiencing cough and sneezing for two days. How should one handle this situation? Additionally, the child usually doesn’t like to drink water, and are there any treatment records?
Answer
Coughing is usually caused by inflammation, which is the body’s normal response to pathogen infections. Infants have weaker resistance and are more susceptible to infections, so protective measures should be taken. It is important to seek medical attention promptly for appropriate treatment to restore health, and to avoid catching a cold by wearing appropriate clothing, reducing contact with susceptible individuals, and preventing recurrent infections. Moreover, attention should be paid to rest, adopting a light, mild, small and frequent meals, easy-to-digest diet to promote recovery.