Question

The child is two years and ten months old, has been coughing for a month and ten days, coughs occasionally during the day and continuously at night and in the early morning, was diagnosed with bronchitis in the early stage, improved after treatment but still continues coughing, what should be done?

Answer

Based on the description, the child may have asthma with variable cough, which is a form of asthma that does not present typical symptoms of infection and is usually worse at night or in the early morning. For this condition, the following treatment measures are recommended:

  • Take oral Serevent (montelukast) for 1 to 3 months to reduce airway spasms and cough.
  • Perform at least one month of nebulizer treatment to relieve airway irritation and reduce cough frequency.
  • Regular follow-up appointments to monitor the condition and adjust the treatment plan.
  • Avoid stopping medication on your own to prevent recurrence or worsening of the condition. Additionally, it is important to avoid allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, tobacco smoke, etc. to reduce the frequency of coughing episodes. If the symptoms do not improve significantly, seek professional medical advice promptly.