02/08/2026
Did you know?
After a cold or viral illness, it’s common for young children to keep coughing for 2–4 weeks (sometimes longer).
✔️ The infection is usually gone
✔️ The airways are just extra sensitive
✔️ Coughing may happen more with activity, cold air, or at night
💊 Antibiotics are not helpful for this type of cough and are usually not needed.
📞 Please return or call us if your child has:
• Fever
• Trouble breathing
• Chest pain
• Coughing up blood
• A cough lasting more than 4 weeks
💙 When in doubt, we’re always happy to check them.