Patient's question:
My son is 7 days old. Occasionally he has a runny nose and sneezes. What could be the reason? No, I understand the situation.Doctor's answer:
The respiratory system of newborns is not yet fully developed, and they are not yet adapted to the external environment, which is why they may experience a recurrence of a runny nose and sneezing. As long as the child does not have a fever or cough, occasional runny nose and sneezing are normal. It is best to avoid having too many people visit the baby at home, pay attention to ventilation, but do not let the baby catch a cold or get a draft. It is recommended to keep the baby warm and use a towel to gently warm the nose area. The baby can also be given some vitamin C, and they can drink some warm water or light ginger tea (without sugar).