Question
A three-month-old baby occasionally coughs and has phlegm. The parents purchased Compound Fresh Bamboo Decoction from a pharmacy as a medication for treating the cough and expectoration. The parents inquire whether this medication can be administered to the baby and how to help the baby recover quickly.
Answer
Based on the described symptoms, it may be an inflammatory condition caused by a bacterial infection. It is advised that the parents take the baby to a pediatric hospital as soon as possible for antibiotic treatment and other symptomatic therapies. At the same time, attention should be paid to keeping warm and nourished, and medical attention should be sought promptly in case of any discomfort. These suggestions may help alleviate the parents’ concerns and wish the baby a healthy recovery.