Question
My baby coughs very frequently at night but not much during the day. I’ve given him some sugar and pear water and tried garlic with sugar, and it seemed to be getting better, but then he ate something cold and started coughing again. What should I do? Why does eating eggs with sugar make him fall asleep quickly?
Answer
When dealing with a baby who coughs frequently at night but less during the day, it’s important to observe the child’s daily diet and mental state to ensure they are normal, and to look for signs of fever or lack of vitality to rule out a recurrence of viral or bacterial infections. If the cough is caused by a cold, the main approach should be to strengthen care, avoid catching a cold, drink plenty of warm water, and consume moderate amounts of warm juice. If the cough is accompanied by a large amount of phlegm, you can use a small amount of expectorant medicine to help. Avoid overly sweet foods to prevent phlegm from becoming too thick and difficult to cough up. If the cough does not improve within three days or worsens instead, seek medical attention for an in-person diagnosis as soon as possible. I hope these suggestions are helpful to you, and wish you and your baby good health!