Babies have weak bodies and are also in a weak state of resistance. After catching a cold, their immune system decreases, and bacteria and other pathogens will take advantage of the situation, causing the baby to become sick and develop symptoms such as colds and coughs. If the baby's infection occurs in the bronchi or if the cough is not cured in time, it will develop into bronchitis, which can be quite harmful. The main symptoms of bronchitis in babies are as follows.
The symptoms of bronchitis in babies are mostly fever and cough with phlegm. Many parents easily confuse their baby's bronchitis with a cold because the symptoms of both are similar. When bronchitis attacks, babies may initially experience discomfort such as fever and cough. Fever can last for three to four days, while cough gradually changes from a more intense and irritating dry cough to a wet cough, which sounds like phlegm.
The symptoms of bronchitis and cough in babies can last for a long time, some for about a week, while others can recur and last for two to three weeks. Therefore, parents need to distinguish between colds and bronchitis, promptly treat their babies, and strengthen nursing care. Babies with bronchitis attacks need to breathe moist air, otherwise coughing will worsen. Therefore, it is necessary to frequently open windows for ventilation, and humidifiers can be used to increase indoor humidity.
When a baby has a lot of phlegm, it is important to clean it up in a timely manner, especially in the lungs. This can be done by patting the back or other methods to prevent it from settling at the bottom of the lungs and causing pneumonia. It is also possible to use a suction device to suck phlegm and change the baby's sleeping position to facilitate the discharge of phlegm from the bronchi.
