Question
What medicine should I give a 6-year-old baby who has yellow, thick nasal discharge and excessive eye mucus? Previous treatment situation and effectiveness: doesn’t matter what kind of help: what medicine to take?
Answer
If the child is simply experiencing a runny nose without other symptoms, it is likely caused by a cold. If coughing or fever occurs along with the runny nose, it indicates a cold as well. Generally, for yellow nasal discharge due to a cold, wind-heat type cold medicine should be used. It is best to take the child to the hospital for a trace element test to determine the type of cold. Medication should be prescribed based on the symptoms. Also, make sure to give the child plenty of water and encourage them to eat more fruits.