Patient's question:
BZ help meBaby is 40 days old, and she has been stuffy nose, runny nose, and tearing for the past two days. She can't sleep well. Is it a cold?
It's so cold, should I take her to the hospital immediately? She doesn't have a fever.
If I take care of her at home, what should I pay attention to? And what medicine can she take?
Seeing her so uncomfortable, I really pity her. First question supplement: Which brand of medicine should I take, and how should I take it?
Also, if I observe at home, what situations should I go to the hospital for?
Doctor's answer:
Hello: The baby's condition should be classified as an upper respiratory infection, commonly known as a cold, which causes symptoms such as fever, cough, nasal congestion, runny nose, etc. It is mostly caused by viral infections. Medications such as Amoxicillin granules, Shuanghuanglian granules, or Qingkailing granules can be taken for treatment. If the cough is severe, cough and phlegm-relieving medications like Baokening granules can be used. For nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose symptoms, children's paracetamol and phenylephrine granules can help alleviate the symptoms. It is recommended to give the baby plenty of warm water, expose them to sunlight, and avoid getting cold again.