<human>: Hi there, i am visiting my oarents with my 4 1/2 mth old son (being nursed). My mom is just getting over a sickness that i think im now catching. Im curious about what she had and how i can feel better and maybe prevent my son fron feeing bad.Her symptoms were:-sore thraot/hard to swallow (im feeling this now)-lost voice-terrible cough-lasted 9+ days and now has bronchitusYikes!
<bot>: Cellophane You for contacting Chat Doctor. Symptoms are suggestive of Upper respiratory tract infection. It can be due to bacterial infection or due to common cold. You can prevent it by:> Keep a distance when she coughs.> Take hot water in a cup, add 1 tablespoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect & prevent disease at the initial stage.> Keep babies face covered while nursing so that Chat Doctor. To prevent it from spreading to your son:> keep baby away when coughing.> Keep his utensils clean> Keep him safe from dust & cold Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you all good health.