<human>: hello dr. good morning......my baby is 5.5 months old and he is having prolonged cough.....my paedriatic has given hom anti biotics but it doesn;t give the results...now my dr. has advised me to go for t3-t4 test and blood test...is that essential.....betnesol is also given..can we give this corticosteroid at this age???will it not harm my baby???thanx a tonn for ur opinoin...
<bot>: Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of prolonged cough which is due to upper respiratory tract infection leading to bronchitis/ granular pharyngitis. Need not worry. I would suggest you to do warm saline gargles and take steam twice a day. You can give Benson to your child. Avoid use of sharp and spicy food substances. Avoid cold carbonated beverages. Your symptoms will resolve in 1 week. If symptoms keeps on persisting you should consult pediatrician once and take proper treatment. You should get X-ray chest done along with pulmonary function tests. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (amoxicillin or penicillin) at least for 5 days along with decongestant. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,