Question
The two-month-old baby at home caught a cold and had a cough due to not paying attention to warmth during outdoor activities due to weather changes. The inquiry is about how to handle a two-month-old baby’s cold and cough, and whether medication treatment is needed.
Answer
If the baby has a cold with symptoms like runny nose due to catching a chill, if the symptoms are not severe, it is appropriate to supplement fluids, maintain warmth, avoid catching a chill again, and closely monitor the situation. If the symptoms do not improve or worsen, immediate medical attention should be sought for examination, to determine the cause and receive symptomatic treatment. Additionally, parents should strengthen the baby’s immunity by engaging in appropriate exercise and maintaining a healthy diet to keep the body healthy.