Question
The two-year-old boy was hospitalized for bronchopneumonia and was discharged a week ago. Due to the caregiver’s viral cough, antiviral medication was administered for several days. The medication was about to be stopped, but since yesterday, he has been experiencing coughing spells several times when lying down to sleep, with several coughs each time, and occasionally coughs during the day. His tongue has become slightly red, and he has started running a nose in the afternoon. What should I do now?
Answer
I’m glad to help clarify your concerns. Considering the child’s condition, there is a possibility of a relapse of the common cold. I suggest isolating the child from the person with a cold and focusing on oral medication treatment for the child for two days. If there is no improvement or the condition worsens, it is advisable to go to the hospital for further thorough examination.