In how many days do children's cough is cured?Image Credit Source: Getty Images
As the weather changes, the problem of cold, cough and cold becomes common in children. Due to sudden drop in temperature and increased humidity in the air, viruses grow rapidly, which affects the immunity of children. Also, children in school also keep in touch with each other, which increases the chances of spreading infection. This infection quickly catches children whose immunity is weak. Sometimes light cough is cured in a few days, but in some cases cough may be prolonged. In such a situation, it is important to pay attention to time so that the problem does not take serious form. Let us know how many days the child's cough should be cured and when it should be cautious.
usually Children's cough It is cured in two to three weeks. Normal cough associated with colds and colds can be dry in the beginning and after a few days it turns into a bulgami (phlegm). In the initial one week, symptoms are sharp and gradually start decreasing. If the condition of the child is normal like there is no fever, there is no problem in breathing and food and drink is right, then in most cases there is no concern. Cough gradually decreases with rest, light diet and adequate water.
B.R. Principal Incharge Dr. Neeraj Gupta at Sur Homeopathic Medical College, Hospital and Research Center, New Delhi It is said that if the child's cough persists for more than three weeks, then it should not be taken lightly. Long running cough may sometimes be associated with serious causes like pneumonia, bronchitis, asthma, TB or allergic reaction.
Especially if the child sees symptoms like high fever, difficulty in breathing, chest wheelation or weight loss, then it is necessary to get a doctor checked immediately. In young children, the respiratory ducts are thin, causing the infection to spread rapidly and affect the lungs. Frequent cough also affects the child's sleep, hunger and daily routine. Troubles can be avoided due to timely investigation and correct treatment, so never ignore long cough.
Wear clothes according to the season.
Keep away from things like dust, smoke and perfume.
Take care of moisture and cleanliness in the house.
Give the child enough fluid and feed light nutritious food.
If needed, use nebulizer or steam with the advice of a doctor.
Avoid sending school during cough and cold so that the infection does not spread.
