Patient's question:
My daughter is now less than four months old. In the past few days, the little one has caught a cold again. Fortunately, it's just a runny nose, no fever, and the child is in good spirits. But I feel so heartbroken seeing her. How long does a cold last for a three-month-old baby?Doctor's answer:
General cold symptoms include runny nose, cough, and slightly reduced spirits. The acute phase of the illness typically lasts about three to five days. With proper care, the condition will gradually improve and fully recover.If your child has a mild cold, there’s no need to panic. Make sure they drink plenty of fluids, take some cold medicine granules (like Yinhuang Granules), and rest. Colds are self-limiting illnesses, meaning even with medication, it may take about a week to recover. Therefore, if your child doesn’t have a fever and seems in good spirits, there’s no need to worry too much. However, avoid letting them catch cold again in the coming days.