Question
A nearly 2-year-old baby has been coughing for over a month, despite continuous medication, the coughing symptoms have not completely subsided. There are fewer coughs during the day and more at night, accompanied by difficulty in expectorating phlegm. Parents are asking whether they should continue with medication treatment.
Answer
A prolonged cough may not be solely due to a respiratory infection but could involve urinary allergy factors. It is recommended that parents bring the baby to a doctor for a thorough examination to determine the cause. During this period, you can discontinue cold and anti-inflammatory medications but may consider using anti-allergy drugs for a few days. Usually, there will be some relief in the coughing symptoms after three days. Since the baby is still very young, it is advisable to undergo medication treatment under a doctor’s guidance and wish the baby a healthy recovery.