Patient's question:
My baby has been sick for eleven months. Recently, he had a cold and fever, but he got better after taking cold medicine. However, he started coughing and sneezing two days ago. His eyes look like they've been crying, except for the tears. Now he doesn't have a high fever, and his appetite is also quite normal. Since he's only sneezing, I haven't taken him to the hospital.What kind of assistance is needed: What could be the reason for my baby sneezing and having tears in his eyes after his cold has improved?
Doctor's answer:
Generally, if a small baby has a runny nose for about two months, it may develop into chronic rhinitis. If the baby is not breathing through the mouth at night, it means it's not yet very serious. You can appropriately apply saline to the baby's nostrils to help alleviate the condition, which can have a drying effect. Alternatively, applying a bit of sesame oil can also work. However, if the condition is more severe, it may require traditional Chinese medicine. It is recommended to take the baby to the hospital for a check-up and try to avoid letting it last for less than a month, as it should improve as soon as possible to prevent it from turning into chronic rhinitis. The above advice is for the question "Baby has a runny nose and watery eyes." I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!