Patient's question:
My baby has had a cold for nearly a month. Symptoms include coughing, nasal congestion, and runny nose. After taking medicine, the symptoms were relieved, but they started to come back just a few days after stopping the medication. Please advise if the baby has a severe nasal congestion with nausea when they have a cold.Doctor's answer:
2-month-old baby, with a cold, nasal congestion, nausea, hiccups, no fever, symptoms of mild upper respiratory tract infection, commonly seen in viral infections.Advice: It is recommended to provide more fluids, open windows for ventilation in the living space to effectively reduce the concentration of viruses and bacteria. A warm towel can be used to (apply to the nose) to relieve nasal congestion. If symptoms do not improve, symptomatic medication can be used for treatment. During the treatment period, the patient should follow a balanced diet, maintain a regular schedule, actively participate in physical exercise, regulate physical and mental health, and maintain personal hygiene to avoid bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity.