Patient's question:
Recently the weather has been very hot, and we've had the air conditioner running in the house. As a result, the baby accidentally caught a cold, constantly having a runny nose. I'm wondering what foods can help alleviate coughs, colds, and a runny nose for the baby?Doctor's answer:
Your baby has a cold. You can give them some symptomatic medication and make sure they drink plenty of water. Carefully observe, and you may be able to stop the medication. Carefully observe, as black stools may be due to the color of traditional Chinese medicine. Your baby might have a gastro-intestinal type of cold. You can give them some symptomatic medication and digestive aids. Carefully observe.The patient should develop a good habit of regular sleep and wake cycles. They should persist in treatment, maintain a light diet, and engage in aerobic exercise. Only in this way can they boost their immunity and reduce the risk of getting sick.