Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Question

Asked for Female, 18 Years

Hello, my baby is only 4 months old and we went to see a Pediatrician yesterday. The doctor said that it seems that my son has upper respiratory tract infection. He prescribed an antibiotic and Solmux drops to help ease his condition. However, my mother-in-law made him drink oregano extract. Is it okay? And they also made him drink plenty of water. But as I researched through the internet, it is not yet advisable for a 4 month old baby to drink water. Thank you.

Answers (1)

Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice

Articles you may like

Summer Is Here to Stay! Here Are Tips to Protect Yourself From Viral Infections .

Vyshakh

Summer’s here and so are viral infections. No matter what activity you engage in, it’s important to protect yourself aga ... Read more

0

5 Home Remedies for Viral Fever

Dr. Yogesh Kumar

A fever is a temporary increase in your body temperature beyond normal levels of 98.6°F (37°C), often due to an illness. ... Read more

36

Tips to manage cold, cough and ear infection in Children

Dr.Vipul Mehrotra

Because their immune systems are still developing, children are especially vulnerable to viruses and bacteria, and they ... Read more

11

Colds and Coughs in Children

Dr.Murali Gopal

This is one of the most common issues in kids of preschool age. Almost all toddlers would have had at least one episode ... Read more

6

Urinary Tract Infection

Mr.B. Chandra

What is a UTI?A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection from microbes. These are organisms that are too small to b ... Read more

11

Struggling With Cough & Cold? Here are 11 Home Remedies

Ms.Silky Mahajan

Cold is a common infection which is mainly caused by Rhinovirus. It is called “Common Cold” because people often catch a ... Read more

12

This question featured in :

Upper and lower gastrointestinal tract

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Dr. D V Ramabhadra Raju Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Vizianagaram · Accepted Answer

Dr. D V Ramabhadra Raju

Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Vizianagaram

Yeah, you are right. Nothing is advisable to give except mother milk till 6 months, Medications and other fluids can be given with proper doctor's consultation only. As you said, upper respiratory tract infections will get settled without any use of antibiotics, Better use saline nasal drops to get relief from decongestan.

Next Steps

maintain proper hygiene by regular hand wash which will prevent 90% of infections

Health Tips

watch for danger sign's like respiratory rate more than 60/min refusal of feeds unconsolable cry lethargic audible respiratory sounds chest indrawing while breathing if any of these seen.. consult your doctor immediately

Answered

Let others know if this answer was helpful

Was this answer helpful?

YES NO

Download FREE Practo app

Answers (1)