Question
What should I do if my 5-month-old baby has a cold, cough, nasal congestion, and diarrhea?
Answer
If a 5-month-old baby is experiencing symptoms such as coughing, nasal congestion, and diarrhea, it may be due to catching a cold. Parents should observe the baby’s symptoms, including the frequency of coughing and respiratory condition, and whether there are accompanying symptoms like fever. If the cough is severe, it is recommended to take the baby to a pediatrician for a lung examination to check for infection. For milder symptoms, parents can monitor the baby and administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication like Aicent.