Generally speaking, children after the age of 7 are less likely to get bronchitis. When a child suffers from bronchitis, it is important to treat the infection specifically according to its condition, for example, through the use of antibiotics and antiviral methods of treatment.
Generally speaking, after the child is over 7 years old, the child’s resistance will be strengthened, and the situation of bronchitis will be reduced. If bronchitis is present, treatment should be targeted according to the specific cause.
If it is determined to be a bacterial infection, the child should be treated with antibiotics such as cephalosporin as prescribed by the doctor. If a mycoplasma infection is considered to be the cause, treatment with a macrolide antibiotic such as Archie is usually recommended. If the infection is viral, interferon may be used in severe cases.
In addition to medication, general care is also very important, such as pay attention to warmth, maintain indoor air circulation, living environment hygiene and cleanliness, drink more water as appropriate.
There are other treatments for bronchitis. If a child is suffering from bronchitis, it is recommended that he or she seeks medical attention in a timely manner and follow the doctor’s instructions.