Hello,
I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician (Ex Govt Medical Officer at RML Hospital, New Delhi), and your case has been allotted to me.
Thank you for sharing this. A cough for 3 months is NOT a simple cough anymore, and giving random syrups will not solve it. It needs proper diagnosis first, especially since you also have a 5-month-old baby at home.
Important point
A cough lasting this long is called chronic cough and usually happens due to an underlying cause, not just infection
Possible causes (very important)
Most common reasons are:
⢠Allergy or post nasal drip
⢠Asthma or bronchitis
⢠Acidity (GERD)
⢠Old infection not fully treated
⢠TB (very important to rule out in India)
ð Treatment depends on cause, not just syrup
What you should do now (MOST IMPORTANT)
Do these tests
⢠Chest X-ray
⢠Sputum test (especially for TB)
⢠CBC and
CRP
⢠If needed, pulmonologist consultation
About syrup or tablet
â There is NO single best syrup for 3 months cough
â Taking random syrups can delay diagnosis
Depending on cause, doctor may give:
⢠Anti allergy medicines
⢠Inhalers (if asthma)
⢠Anti acid medicines
⢠Antibiotics (only if needed)
Very important (because of baby)
Since you have a 5-month-old baby:
⢠Avoid close contact while coughing
⢠Use mask
⢠Get evaluated early
ð To rule out infections like TB
When to consult urgently
⢠Weight loss
⢠Night cough or fever
⢠Blood in sputum
⢠Breathlessness
Bottom line
ð 3 month cough = needs proper diagnosis, not just syrup
ð Consult Pulmonologist or Physician immediately
ð Do chest X-ray and basic tests first
For step-by-step guidance and treatment planning, you can reach out to me on WhatsApp at 85271646 seven seven.
Wishing you quick recovery and safety for your baby.
Dr. Romain Rajan
General Physician