"How Long Does Babys Allergic Cough Last?"

Baby's Allergic Cough

Baby's allergic cough typically lasts for 1-2 months. This type of cough arises primarily from the baby's exposure to allergens, triggering a hyperreactive state in the airways, leading to clinical symptoms such as coughing, throat irritation, and dry throat. It can be categorized into acute or chronic cough.

I. Acute Cough

Acute cough is primarily caused by respiratory infections or other factors. The allergic reaction stimulates the respiratory mucosa, causing airway spasms and coughing symptoms, often accompanied by throat irritation, dry throat, and respiratory distress. These symptoms generally persist for 1-2 days and gradually subside as the duration of allergen exposure increases.

II. Chronic Cough

1.

Upper Airway Cough Syndrome (UACS)

Due to the failure to drain nasal secretions promptly, nasal mucosa becomes congested and edematous, sometimes leading to postnasal drip. When the baby lies down, these secretions may partially or fully flow into the throat, irritating it and causing allergic cough symptoms. This typically lasts for 3-10 days and improves gradually as nasal secretions decrease. 2.

Cough-Variant Asthma (CVA)

The most common special type of asthma, CVA is characterized by chronic cough without overt wheezing or shortness of breath. Coughing symptoms appear after inhaling allergens and tend to worsen at night or early morning. 3.

Allergic Rhinitis

If a baby suffers from allergic rhinitis, exposure to allergens like pollen or animal dander may elicit allergic cough symptoms accompanied by paroxysmal sneezing, clear nasal discharge, and nasal itching. These symptoms can persist for 1-2 weeks. 4.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

In babies with GERD, reflux, heartburn, and belching may occur after eating. Coughing symptoms arise due to gastric acid reflux stimulating the throat mucosa and can last for 1-2 weeks.

When a baby exhibits allergic cough, it is recommended to promptly identify and avoid the allergen while administering anti-allergic treatment as prescribed by a doctor. If coughing symptoms are severe, cough suppressants and expectorants such as Ambroxol Hydrochloride Oral Solution or Ambroxol and Clenbuterol Hydrochloride Oral Solution can be administered under medical guidance.