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my daughter aged 10 years is having severe bouts of continuous coughing which lasts for about 3 hrs. Then it subsides. Though she is on antibotics for the last two days, there has not been much improvement. Please advice. Chander shekar Mobile: 98451 53505
Does she have fever? Any sputum coming out? When is cough more- night or day?
Such cough may occur in respiratory infections like pertussis, bronchitis or allergic condition like asthma. A direct chest examination is crucial for diagnosis. If it is infection, we expect some improvement by 3rd or 4th day of antibiotic. If no response by then, kindly get back to your doctor for reassessment. Meanwhile keep her away from cold, dust or smoke, as these can exacerbate cough. Taking antihistamine (levocetirizine 2.5 mg at night) and bronchodilators (salbutamol 2mg thrice daily) also might help. Your prescription might contain these drugs already.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Cough In A Child
Hi, Does she have fever? Any sputum coming out? When is cough more- night or day? Such cough may occur in respiratory infections like pertussis, bronchitis or allergic condition like asthma. A direct chest examination is crucial for diagnosis. If it is infection, we expect some improvement by 3rd or 4th day of antibiotic. If no response by then, kindly get back to your doctor for reassessment. Meanwhile keep her away from cold, dust or smoke, as these can exacerbate cough. Taking antihistamine (levocetirizine 2.5 mg at night) and bronchodilators (salbutamol 2mg thrice daily) also might help. Your prescription might contain these drugs already. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician