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Suggest Treatment For Cough And Respiratory Infection In A Child Treating Bronchiolitis

Posted on Thu, 21 Jan 2016

Question: I hv a lower respiratory infection, w cough & green sputum. Is this contagious around a 2 month old baby who is just over bronchiolitis?

Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
It could be bacterial infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thank you for asking HCM.

I have gone through your query. Your respiratory infection is most likely from bacterial infection. Bacteria like pseudomonas , pneumoconiosis can give greenish sputum. It is not as contagious as viral infection. But avoid close contact. Use masks.

Moreeffective antibiotic will be needed for you. I would suggest antibiotics like Co-amoxiclav (Amoxycillin and clavulonic acid ) along with supportives like bronchodilator levosalbutamol, mucolytic-ambroxol and antihistamine like cetrizine.

A consultation with your physician is well appreciated.

Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything not clear.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Nishad BN (8 hours later)

Thy very much. I'll contact doctor today.
You have been very helpful.
XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You are welcome.

Detailed Answer:
You are welcome.

Let me know if you have any follow up or further queries.
I am happy to help you.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad