Children always have itchy throat and cough

Coughing is a common symptom of a cold. As long as the cold is treated, the coughing symptoms can usually be relieved. Of course, not all coughs are related to colds. For example, some children may experience severe coughing, itchy throat and other symptoms for some reason. What is going on? Once this situation occurs, how should parents protect their children? This article will lead you to solve this problem together.

What to do if you have an itchy throat and cough

A baby's cough is more difficult to deal with than an adult's because the baby has no self-control and will only cry when the cough becomes uncomfortable, especially when the cough becomes worse. When the baby coughs, parents should create a good cough-relieving environment and take effective cough-relieving medicine under the guidance of a doctor.

1. If the cough is not serious, try not to take medicine.

Do not give heavy medicines to babies when they have a cough, for fear of damaging the body's own immunity. If the cough is not very serious and is only accompanied by mild symptoms such as nasal congestion and sore throat, it is best not to use medication. The baby's immunity needs to be exercised and strengthened in the fight against viruses. If the cough can be cured by its own immunity, the baby's chance of suffering from cough next time will be much smaller.

2. Antibiotics are not recommended.

If the cough worsens and medication is necessary, parents should give medication to their baby selectively. Although coughs caused by bacteria and viruses can be treated with antibiotics, it is not recommended to use antibiotics to treat babies. It is best to choose medicines with low antibiotic content, or use Chinese medicine to treat your baby's cough, which can also regulate your baby's body functions at the same time, and the effect will be much better. It is best to use medication under the guidance of a doctor and never use it blindly.

3. Use the humidifier reasonably.

Insufficient humidity in the air or excessive dryness can also aggravate the baby's itchy throat. At this time, families with the conditions can use a humidifier to increase the air humidity and relieve the baby's itchy throat.

4. Drink more water.

Let your baby drink more water to moisten a dry throat. Keeping the baby's throat moist can also relieve itchy throats and help treat coughs.