Question
The weather has been very hot recently, and we’ve been running the air conditioner at home. Unfortunately, the baby caught a cold and has been sneezing a lot. How should we handle a baby’s cold, cough, and runny nose?
Answer
When a baby falls ill, there is a process involved. If the baby does not show any improvement after eating for another day, it is advisable to take them to the hospital for a check-up and conduct relevant blood tests and mycoplasma tests. An accurate diagnosis will lead to more effective treatment. During the illness, it is important to give the baby plenty of warm water to drink, but not too much at each time; just plain water. It is not suitable for young babies to drink beverages or to self-medicate, as it can be counterproductive if the concentration is not controlled properly. Patients should seek immediate treatment at a regular three-level A hospital for systematic and standardized checks so that they can recover quickly with targeted treatment.