Patient's question:
The child is two years and three months old, weighing 30 pounds. At night when taking a nap, they have a stuffy nose with a snoring sound. During the day, they are fine, without coughing or runny nose. Today is the first day, as I'm quite nervous about taking the child to the beach the day after tomorrow. I've given them vitamin C, but can I also give them an anti-inflammatory oral liquid?Doctor's answer:
Parents, as you described, the baby's condition is commonly caused by acute upper respiratory tract infections due to viral infections. It is generally self-limiting, with symptoms usually lasting about a week. Treatment primarily focuses on symptomatic relief, and medication is not necessary at this time.After a cold, a child's appetite often decreases. Depending on the child's appetite and digestive capacity, provide light and easily digestible foods such as porridge or noodles. Breastfed infants can temporarily increase feeding frequency. Encourage the child to drink more fluids to prevent dehydration. Fruits or juices rich in vitamin C can also be given.