Patient's question:
My child is 9 months old and has a stuffy nose with a runny nose. The medicine hasn't helped at all. What should I do?Treatment history and effectiveness: Taking Xiao'er Huang Na Min Granules for a week hasn't shown any improvement.
What kind of help is needed: Is there any good method for treating a stuffy nose with a runny nose?
Doctor's answer:
Pharyngitis is primarily caused by the transmission of bacteria or viruses in the throat, leading to local inflammatory changes, which manifest as: dry and itchy throat, sore throat, occasional sensation of foreign body obstruction, occasional light cough without phlegm or with extremely small amounts of mucus, and dry retching during severe coughing. It is recommended to pay attention to a balance between work and rest, and maintain a healthy lifestyle to prevent colds from worsening the condition. Consume easily digestible foods to avoid constipation. Avoid smoking, alcohol, spicy, excessively cold, or excessively hot foods. Pay attention to oral hygiene and develop the habit of rinsing your mouth after meals to prevent bacteria from growing easily. Pay attention to drinking more water. If the discomfort is severe, seek medical attention promptly.