Question
My baby has had a cold for nearly a month, with symptoms like coughing, nasal congestion, and runny nose. The symptoms improved after taking medicine, but they started to recur a few days after stopping the medication. What should I do if my five-month-old baby has nasal congestion?
Answer
When a five-month-old baby experiences nasal congestion again, the first step is to clear the nasal secretions. Then, use a warm towel to apply heat to the nose area, making sure not to burn the baby. You can also change the baby’s position, such as lying on the right side if there’s congestion on the left, and on the left side if there’s congestion on the right. Pay attention to ventilation and air exchange in the room, maintaining appropriate humidity and temperature. During treatment, the patient should have a regulated diet, regular work and rest (work and rest means “work and rest schedule” in Chinese), actively participate in physical exercise, adjust mental and physical health, and maintain personal hygiene to avoid bacterial invasion due to decreased resistance.