Question
A three-month-old baby frequently experiences nasal congestion, with symptoms varying in severity and lasting for about two months. Recently, the baby has developed a slight cough and rubs their nose while sleeping at night. The mother is also suffering from a cold, with symptoms of nasal congestion and throat discomfort. The doctor diagnosed the child with a mild case of acute bronchitis, while the mother has a viral cold.
Answer
Due to the child’s upper respiratory tract infection complicated by acute bronchitis, and a mixed viral and bacterial infection, there is swelling of the nasal mucosa and nasal congestion. The mother may have cross-infected with the child during her cold. It is recommended that the mother separate from the child temporarily, allowing other family members such as grandparents to take care of the baby. The mother should treat her cold as soon as possible, and if oral medication is not effective, intravenous fluid therapy can be considered.