Patient's question:
Starting from October 27th, my child suddenly began experiencing nasal congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose. After asking, it was identified as a cold. Now my child is having difficulty breathing due to nasal congestion. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Infants and young children have immature nasal development, small nasal passages, and richly vascularized nasal mucosa, making them prone to inflammation. Inflammation can cause nasal congestion in babies, leading to crying, restlessness, and affecting their appetite and feeding.When children are exposed to cold air, they may develop a runny nose due to sensitivity. Runny nose or nasal congestion in the morning is often caused by allergies, and the discharge is clear. However, a cold can also cause a runny nose, which may be yellow if a viral infection is present. It is recommended to give the child more fluids, ensure warmth, and use treatments like Xia'er Anfen Huang Namin Granules when necessary.