Question
How to deal with a baby’s cough with phlegm and a noisy throat?
Answer
It is considered possible that the baby has a bronchial infection or pneumonia. It is recommended to consult a doctor for auscultation and imaging examinations, such as X-rays, if necessary, to confirm the diagnosis. Mild infections can be treated with oral anti-inflammatory medication. For coughing or excessive phlegm, fresh bamboo decoction or pediatric-specific cough medicine can be used. In severe cases, intravenous fluid therapy may be required. Additionally, attention should be given to whether it is a mycoplasma infection; if so, it may require treatment with erythromycin or other appropriate antibiotics.