Treatment of cough in infants

In 90% of cases, cough in infants is a symptom of ARVI -
Acute respiratory infections. Inflammatory processes can be
Localized as the upper (nasopharynx, nose), and the lower (lungs, bronchi,
Trachea, larynx) of the respiratory tract.

Other causes of cough - inflammation of the paranasal sinus, an increase in pharyngeal tonsils, bronchial asthma, foreign objects entering the bronchi and trachea. Symptoms may not be associated with the respiratory system - the problem develops in the pathology of the gastrointestinal tract and in the development of the heart. The cause of this ailment in infants is also superheated and dry air in the room or the presence of tobacco smoke. Cough in a two-month-old baby can be caused by a rare psychogenic factor in pathologies of external auditory canals. These symptoms are characteristic for inflammation of the middle ear and the presence of sulfur plugs.

Dry cough in a child of 5 months is a sign of inflammation of the trachea, larynx and nasopharynx. Often it is painful and incessant. Treatment of cough in infants should begin with a visit to the pediatrician for successful treatment and prevention of possible complications. Especially dangerous are his incessant and sudden attacks. Disturbing symptoms are wheezing, which can be heard from a distance. To the doctor it is necessary to address immediately if at this time sputum of green color and impurity of blood is allocated.

Treatment of cough in infants begins with an in-depth examination. Immediate call of a pediatrician is necessary for all babies with severe chronic diseases, and also at a child's temperature above 38 ° C and
Shortness of breath. Therapy should be started when the first signs of the disease appear.
The regime of a sick babe should be gentle, however, it is not necessary to significantly limit the activity of a baby. The movements of the child speed up the recovery, clearing the bronchi from the accumulated mucus. Cough treatment in infants is useful to accompany with a massage and gentle patting on the back.

If the child categorically refuses to eat, then he does not need to forcefully force. Usually in this case they offer high-calorie, but light enough food - fruit purees, warm milkshakes, jelly, various jellies. But the drink should be abundant. The moisture helps to remove toxins from the body.

The main cough treatment in infants is aimed at dilution and sputum removal. Doctors recommend moistening the air in the room where the baby is, in order to improve the departure of this secret. In winter, you can put a wet sheet or towel on the central heating radiators. Some use special air humidifiers.

Toddlers are recommended to take expectorants of vegetable origin, infusions of herbs - mother-and-stepmother, elecampane and ledum. These preparations are prepared in accordance with the instructions in the water bath.

A good assistant is an extract of fruits of thyme and anise, juice of plantain, freshly squeezed black radish juice, mixed with honey. Along with the use of syrups, infusions and tablets, good results are given by inhalation. In these procedures, the medicinal substance directly affects the mucous membranes, nerve endings and respiratory musculature. Inhalations contribute to cessation of coughing, reduce spasms of the bronchi and dilute sputum.

Good cure for babies drugs "Gedelix", "Prospan", various essential oils, drugs of licorice and althaea. The active principle of these drugs is based on saponins and alkaloids, which promote active expectoration of sputum. We also recommend a light massage of reflexogenic zones and chest with plant balsams, which increases the effectiveness of the procedure. For this, you can use the drugs "Bronchicum" and "Doctor MOM".