Suggest Treatment For Persistent Dry Cough

Posted on Wed, 9 Apr 2014

Question: Age 5 year,name XXXX gender- Male,...he has the problem of consistent dry cough.Got the blood report done today...here are results,Total WBC count 10800,platelet count,436000.then conclusion of report is Smear study-mild hypochromic microcytic,.. Platelet in smear-increased...Parasites-M P not detected...kindly advise what all this means ...what are the precautions i have to take while giving him in eating and why this problem occurs.i am giving him home remedy ginger and honey..two times a day...will this help...we have also stopped him giving fruits as advise by the doctor...only giving him milk two times and giving him only sabji and roti....any other precautions needs to be taken

Answered by Dr. Arun (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: post viral cough Detailed Answer: Hi The reports you sent reveal 1) Anemia . Low hemoglobin and high platelet count and the smear report all fit into iron deficiency anemia. 2) high lymphocytes and high wbc. This means he most likely had viral illness. You need not worry. Post viral dry cough will continue sometimes for a month too. It will subside soon. From my experience ginger honey will not help much. Do not restrict fruits except citrus like oranges. Avoid chocolates and sweets and icecream. No other restriction is necessary. Continue the current medicines; it has beneficial effects. If the cough persists for more than a month, you need to consult your doctor again to look for any evidence of wheezing. Wishing your kid speedy recovery. Regards Dr XXXXXXX

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