How to treat chronic bronchitis in children
Disease description:
Recently, my son has been experiencing recurring coughing. After a hospital examination, it was diagnosed as caused by chronic bronchitis. How is chronic bronchitis in children treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
The treatment of chronic bronchitis in children mainly includes the following aspects:
1. General management: Ensure the child gets adequate rest, avoid fatigue, maintain a warm and well-ventilated indoor environment, and adjust clothing appropriately to stay warm.
2. Medication: Under medical guidance, use medications such as cough suppressants, expectorants, and bronchodilators (e.g., ambroxol hydrochloride oral solution, aminophylline tablets) to relieve symptoms. For chronic bronchitis caused by infection, antibiotics such as amoxicillin-clavulanate potassium or azithromycin may also be required.
3. Adjunctive therapies: In severe cases or when drug treatment is ineffective, supportive treatments such as nebulization inhalation may be considered to facilitate sputum clearance.
The treatment of chronic bronchitis in children should be individualized, employing comprehensive measures based on the specific condition of the patient to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
