Patient's question:
My child is a late-born baby, and now they are only 6 years old. Recently, due to the seasonal change from autumn to winter, my child has been frequently suffering from fever due to temperature fluctuations. However, after taking medicine, the fever subsides, but they continue to have a runny nose. I don't know what to do. I am very worried about how to assist: What should I do when my child constantly has a runny nose?Doctor's answer:
Maintain fresh indoor air, with the room temperature around 20℃ and a certain temperature.(2) Give the child more water or fruit to eat. When the child coughs, avoid changing their diaper, giving them water, or administering medication to prevent choking.
(3) Pay attention to the child's oral hygiene. After meals and before bedtime, use lukewarm water or a weak saline solution to wipe the child's face. Before taking a nap, have the child wash their face. For younger children, you can use a cloth dipped in lukewarm water or a weak saline solution to wipe their mouth.
(4) Let the child lie half-seated and ensure they frequently change positions to facilitate the drainage of phlegm.