Question
The baby is almost two months old and has developed a cough after recovering from pneumonia, along with dry heaves and vomiting. The sound of the cough sounds like there is phlegm. Parents are asking whether it’s appropriate to give the child some ginger soup and whether it will affect the stomach.
Answer
Based on the child’s symptoms, it’s possible that the cough is due to bronchitis. Currently, it is recommended to use anti-inflammatory medications for treatment. The dry heaves may disappear only after the cough improves. While the child can drink ginger soup, it is more crucial to use anti-inflammatory medications for treatment. It is suggested to administer both symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication and expectorant cough suppressants, such as Shifuzi and pediatric expectorant cough granules, to enhance the efficacy of treatment. It is important to keep the child warm and ensure they drink plenty of water.