Question
An eleven-month-old child had a fever of 38 degrees a few days ago, accompanied by coughing. Now the fever has subsided, but the child still has a persistent cough and vomiting. Medication has not shown significant improvement, and I would like to inquire about other treatment methods?
Answer
The child may have contracted a viral upper respiratory infection, which could have led to secondary bacterial infection. For the fever, symptomatic treatment is sufficient. For the cough, consider using macrolide or cephalosporin antibiotics. If the cough is severe, consider nebulizer therapy using medications such as Bolikangni, Muxutan, Pumik and Aiquanle to alleviate coughing, sputum production, and wheezing. You can also try traditional Chinese medicine expectorants like the Pediatric Lung Heat Cough Syrup. It is recommended to undergo routine blood tests and chest X-rays, and have a doctor listen to the lung condition. Active treatment is needed.