Is it normal for a child to cough when he has chickenpox?

Whether it is normal for a child to cough when having chickenpox needs to be judged based on the specific situation. If there is only a cough symptom without other discomfort, it is usually a normal physiological phenomenon. However, if there are fever, difficulty breathing and other symptoms in addition to coughing, it may be abnormal.

1. Normal

Chickenpox is an acute infectious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which is mainly transmitted through respiratory droplets and direct contact. After the disease occurs, the virus will irritate the upper respiratory tract mucosa, so it will cause the patient to have symptoms of coughing. Generally, as the disease progresses, it will recover on its own after a period of time, and no special treatment is required.

2. Abnormal

1. Fever: If the child has a high fever due to chickenpox, it may cause congestion and edema in the throat, which may induce coughing. At this time, parents can use a wet towel to wipe the child's body to help cool down, or take ibuprofen granules, acetaminophen oral solution and other medications as prescribed by the doctor;

2. Difficulty breathing: If the child's lungs are seriously infected due to chickenpox, causing narrowing or obstruction of the airway, coughing may occur. It may also be accompanied by chest tightness, shortness of breath, etc. It is recommended to seek medical attention in time to complete relevant examinations. After a clear diagnosis, antibiotics such as amoxicillin capsules and cefixime dispersible tablets can be used under the guidance of a doctor to control the inflammatory response. If necessary, oxygen inhalation can be used to improve ventilation.

In addition to the above reasons, if the child has bronchitis, pneumonia and other diseases, he or she may also cough. Therefore, if the child has abnormal symptoms, he or she should be consulted by the pediatric department of the hospital as soon as possible to avoid delaying diagnosis and treatment.