Question
My baby is 23 months old and has been experiencing bronchitis every time they catch a cold, with some asthma-like symptoms. What could be the cause?
Answer
Based on the parent’s description, the child may be suffering from recurrent bronchitis and asthma-like symptoms due to hyper-sensitive airways or developmental issues. Generally, these symptoms may naturally subside after the age of 2. However, asthma cannot be ruled out. It is recommended that the parents take their child to a pediatric clinic for a check-up and may need to undergo lung function tests for diagnosis. Treatment can consider using antibiotics such as cefixime and cough medicine like Pulikang to treat bronchitis, and using budesonide for inhalation therapy to control asthma symptoms.