Question
My baby coughs a few times every day. The onset and cause: It’s hot weather, and we need to use air conditioning all day. Since a few days ago, the baby has been coughing occasionally. Treatment status: No treatment has been received yet. Assistance sought: Is this situation harmful to the baby? What should I do?
Answer
Coughing is usually caused by inflammation of the respiratory tract. Azithromycin and powerful loquat syrup can be taken for treatment. Drink plenty of water. It could also be a lung infection or bronchitis, and it is recommended to undergo an X-ray or chest CT scan for diagnosis. Common causes of coughing in babies include changes in weather causing chills, or infections by viruses or mycoplasma. The preliminary diagnosis is bronchitis. During treatment, it is important to drink plenty of water; if it’s not severe, you can take oral Huanglong coughing granules and Pudendal blue granules for treatment, or intravenous therapy to prevent chronic inflammation. Additionally, pay attention to keeping warm, avoiding wind and cold, and massaging the Yingxiang acupoint for adjustment. Treatment can include the use of Sichuan bupleurum and Zhejiang bupleurum.