How to treat persistent cough in pediatric bronchitis

Bronchitis is a common pediatric condition, primarily referring to inflammation of the bronchi. Clinically, it is mainly characterized by cough and fever. The fever following cough is more severe than that seen in upper respiratory tract infections, but milder than in pneumonia. When children develop bronchitis, medication should first be taken under the guidance of a specialist to control symptoms. It is essential to first identify the causative pathogen. If bacterial infection is suspected, antibiotic treatment is required; for mycoplasma infection, macrolide antibiotics should be used; viral infections generally lack specific antiviral drugs. In daily care, ensure adequate rest and increased fluid intake.