Does a newborn have yellow nasal discharge, is it a cold?

Patient's question:

My baby is a premature child, and I was very worried about the child's condition from the beginning. Recently, the child has been experiencing a series of issues, and I'm also very concerned, fearing that the child's condition may worsen. Is it a cold if newborns have yellow nasal discharge?

Doctor's answer:

You can use a cotton swab to clean the baby. If the nasal mucus is dry, you can first drip a drop of warm water to moisten it, wait until the nasal mucus is soaked, and then use a cotton swab to clean it. If the baby is uncooperative, you can clean it while the baby is sleeping.
Hello, according to your description, it is likely caused by enteritis. You can have the baby's stool tested for routine examination, and consider anti-inflammatory treatment. You can give the baby oral cefixime granules for suspension and Smecta to try. Drink more water and recover gradually. Additionally, maintain hygiene in the anal area by rinsing with warm water to avoid the occurrence of eczema.

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