HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Recurring Cough And Cold In A 4 Year Old Child?

default
Posted on Thu, 31 Mar 2016
Question: My child boy 4.5 yrs 17 kg cough from November 2015 on wards after a cold.Almost every month he had suffering by cold and cough?what may be the reason?The doctor says may be because of Asthama and give an inhaler.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Do not worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi

I understand your apprehension regarding childhood asthma and use of MDI ( Metered dose inhalers). The most likely reason for such long lasting or recurrent coughs in pediatric age group is childhood Asthma. Its due to hyperresponsiveness of airways to allergens present in child's environment. Do not worry as it can be easily controlled by regular MDI therapy and once the symptoms improve, the medications can be gradually tapered.

Salbutamol and budecort or Foracort MDI are good to start with. They have minimal side effects at low- moderate doses and are best therapy available for Asthma. Just ensure regular mouth rinse after its use to avoid thrush and hoarseness of voice.

I would recommend you to start him on Syp.Montair LC kid instead of just levocetirizine. It will have added advantage and synergistic action with MDI.

Hopefully it will be of help. I would be happy to help you in any further questions.

Take care
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Archana Verma

Pediatrician

Practicing since :2006

Answered : 1129 Questions

Ask a specialist now
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Pediatrician
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes Recurring Cough And Cold In A 4 Year Old Child?

Brief Answer: Do not worry Detailed Answer: Hi I understand your apprehension regarding childhood asthma and use of MDI ( Metered dose inhalers). The most likely reason for such long lasting or recurrent coughs in pediatric age group is childhood Asthma. Its due to hyperresponsiveness of airways to allergens present in child's environment. Do not worry as it can be easily controlled by regular MDI therapy and once the symptoms improve, the medications can be gradually tapered. Salbutamol and budecort or Foracort MDI are good to start with. They have minimal side effects at low- moderate doses and are best therapy available for Asthma. Just ensure regular mouth rinse after its use to avoid thrush and hoarseness of voice. I would recommend you to start him on Syp.Montair LC kid instead of just levocetirizine. It will have added advantage and synergistic action with MDI. Hopefully it will be of help. I would be happy to help you in any further questions. Take care