Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Need Medication For Viral Infection
Hi - 8 year old son has viral chest infection and has been coughing extensively for past 3 days. Last night he added a horrible "retching" to this. It's something we've never heard before - seems to come on all of a sudden with this very loud retch. Should this be of concern?
Wed, 24 Jun 2015
Hi,
Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.
Extensive cough with retching is really a matter of concern.
This may be allergic cough,whooping cough and even asthma.
Benedryl cough syrup may give relief.
Severe cough is controlled by bronchodilators like salbutamol, terbutaline or steroids.
Better consult pediatrician for thorough investigation and treatment.
Hope this answer serves your purpose.
Please feel free to ask further queries if any.
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam.
Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.
Extensive cough with retching is really a matter of concern.
This may be allergic cough,whooping cough and even asthma.
Benedryl cough syrup may give relief.
Severe cough is controlled by bronchodilators like salbutamol, terbutaline or steroids.
Better consult pediatrician for thorough investigation and treatment.
Hope this answer serves your purpose.
Please feel free to ask further queries if any.
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Retching
Loading Online Doctors....