JAKARTA - Cough runny nose is a condition that is often experienced by children, especially at school. Although it is often taken lightly, the cough of colds in children must be handled properly because it can cause various health problems.
The Indonesian Health Survey in 2023, the prevalence of Upper Respiratory Channel Infections which includes cough runny nose (based on diagnosis and symptoms) in children aged 5-14 years reached 28.6 percent. This condition can reduce the quality of children's life because it causes sleep disorders, children's appetite decreases, until school activities are disrupted.
"A cold that is not accompanied by fever does look light, but if it is not handled properly and quickly, it can interfere with children's activities, such as sleeping, eating, and even attending school," said Pediatrician, dr. Anya Paramadri Sp.A, at the launch of OB Combi Anak Batuk Cold, in the Senayan area, Jakarta, on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
If these conditions are left alone, the child's health condition can get worse. Such as the development of various other respiratory diseases, which require further medical treatment.
"Not only that, in some cases, cough colds that are not handled can also develop to other respiratory diseases," he said.
"It can cause bronchitis, broncholitis, to brongopneumonia," he added.
Therefore, it is very important for parents to understand the initial symptoms of coughing and colds in children. By recognizing the symptoms well, treatment can be done faster and more precise.
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One of them is by using drugs according to the symptoms experienced by children, such as OB Combi Anak Batuk Cold launched by Combiphar. By using the right medicine, the recovery process for children from coughing colds can be better.
Therefore, it is important for parents to immediately recognize symptoms early and provide accurate treatment early on, one of which is by providing drugs according to the symptoms experienced. With the right treatment, the recovery process can take place more quickly, so that children can return to their activities," concluded Doctor Sunya.
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