Suggest treatment for cough
Patient: I have a daughter that is 3months old she was born at 27weeks and weighs a little over 6lb she had a synagis monday and ever since then she had been coughing and not wanting to wake up to eat its like she is trying to sleep until the cold is gone.. She hasnt ran a fever i checked it about 30mins ago and it was at 96.5 so i rapped her up every nurse that i have talked to said there is nothing they can give her what should i do? Doctor: Hi,  A 3 months old neonate may develop cough due to some allergy, mild viral illness etc. Generally, we will not use drugs to suppress cough in this age group. You can use simple saline nose drops only. avoid any allergic substance around the baby, like talcum powder, smoke, dust etc. If there is no fever then no need to worry. We can wait and watch. Cough is a protective reflex so no need to panic.   Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Rajmohan, Pediatrician