Question
A 50-day-old female newborn is experiencing a cough with a normal body temperature. She resides in an underfloor heating environment with a temperature of 24 degrees Celsius and unknown humidity. The parent feels a dry throat and wonders if a detailed hospital examination is necessary.
Answer
Observe the child for wheezing or difficulty breathing. If the cough is not severe, it may be due to a viral infection, which is self-limiting, or possibly respiratory infection caused by environmental dryness. It is recommended to administer Bai Rui granules and ensure the child drinks plenty of water, using a humidifier to maintain the home humidity between 50% to 60%.