Patient's question:
My baby is 45 days old. She has had a stuffy nose for many days. We have been using a damp towel to moisten her nose a few times. But yesterday, her stuffy nose became severe, and she was snoring heavily while sleeping, making it difficult for her to sleep well. She also occasionally coughed a couple of times. Hello, is it a fever? What should we do?The kind of help I need: I don’t want to take the baby to the hospital because it’s too painful. Is there any good solution?
Doctor's answer:
This situation should be a mild respiratory infection in young children, based on inflammation of the nasal mucosa. It is recommended to use topical medication for treatment. You can purchase antibiotic nasal drops or eye drops at a pharmacy. First, clean the nasal cavity with clean water, being gentle with the movements. Then, apply 2-3 drops of antibiotic solution, 2-3 times a day. This should effectively heal the nasal mucosa inflammation, providing direct results with fewer side effects than oral medication. The above suggestions are for the question "What should I do if my baby has occasional nasal congestion and a slight cough?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!