Level 1: Symptoms and causes of cough in children
1. Symptoms
The symptoms of cough in children include dry cough, wet cough, wheezing, etc., sometimes accompanied by cold symptoms such as fever, runny nose, and sneezing.
2. Reasons
Common causes of cough in children include respiratory infections such as colds, allergies, and bronchitis, as well as serious respiratory problems such as asthma and tuberculosis.
Level 2: Drugs to treat cough in children
1. Cough medicine
Cough medicines are divided into two types: antitussives and expectorants. Antitussives are suitable for dry irritating coughs, such as dextromethorphan; expectorants are suitable for wet or mucus irritating coughs with mucus or secretions, such as ambroxol.
2. Antibiotics
If the respiratory infection is caused by a bacterial infection, the doctor will consider antibiotic treatment. But overuse of antibiotics can lead to bacterial resistance, so they must be used with caution.
3. Bronchodilators
For coughs caused by respiratory diseases such as asthma, doctors may consider using bronchodilators to relieve symptoms.
Level 3: Self-care for children with cough
1. Drink more water
Increasing fluid intake can help thin mucus and relieve coughing.
2. Take proper rest
Proper rest can help the body recover, reduce the burden on the body, and relieve coughs.
3. Maintain indoor air circulation
Maintaining indoor air circulation can reduce the number of bacteria and viruses in the air and is beneficial to your health.
Level 4: Things to note
1. Use drugs with caution
Before using any medicine, please consult your doctor and use the medicine correctly according to your doctor\’s instructions.
2. Avoid over-medication
Overuse of medications can have negative effects on the body and may lead to increased bacterial resistance.
3. Avoid contact with harmful substances
Some substances may irritate the respiratory tract and cause coughing. Try to avoid contact with these substances.
4. Maintain good living habits
Good living habits can help enhance the body\’s immunity and reduce the risk of disease.
Level 5: Under what circumstances do you need medical treatment?
1. Cough lasts longer
If a child\’s cough lasts for more than a week, he or she should seek medical advice promptly.
2. Accompanied by other symptoms
If a child\’s cough is accompanied by other symptoms such as fever and shortness of breath, he should seek medical attention promptly.
3. Difficulty breathing
If a child develops serious symptoms such as difficulty breathing, he or she should seek medical attention immediately.
Level 6: Preventive measures
1. Strengthen exercise
Proper exercise can enhance the body\’s immunity and reduce the risk of infection.
2. Maintain indoor air circulation
Maintaining indoor air circulation helps reduce the number of bacteria and viruses in the air and is good for your health.
3. Pay attention to personal hygiene
Frequent hand washing, frequent changes of clothes, and frequent ventilation can help prevent infection.
4. Avoid contact with harmful substances
Try to avoid contact with harmful substances, such as smoke, chemical gases, etc.
5. Regular physical examination
Regular physical examinations can identify potential health problems early and take appropriate preventive measures.
What medicine should children take for cough?
Children’s cough is a common disease, and many parents choose to use drugs to treat it. Common medications include cough suppressants, antibiotics, and bronchodilators. However, before using any medicine, you must consult your doctor and use the medicine correctly according to your doctor\’s instructions.
In addition to medication, there are some self-care measures you can take to relieve cough symptoms. Drink plenty of water, take proper rest and maintain indoor air circulation. In addition, paying attention to personal hygiene and avoiding contact with harmful substances are also important measures to prevent infection.
It should be noted that if a child\’s cough lasts for more than a week, or is accompanied by other symptoms such as fever and shortness of breath, he should seek medical treatment in time. In addition, children should seek medical attention immediately if they develop severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing.
In order to prevent coughs in children, we can take some measures. Strengthen exercise, maintain indoor air circulation, pay attention to personal hygiene, avoid contact with harmful substances and conduct regular physical examinations.
In short, medication is only one way to treat and prevent cough in children. We should comprehensively consider the child\’s physical condition and the doctor\’s advice, and take a variety of measures to protect the child\’s health.
