Question
My baby has a runny nose, frequent vomiting, and greenish stools. This hasn’t happened before and it started only a few days ago. What could be the cause?
Answer
Hello, based on your description, your baby may have contracted viral influenza. Viral influenza is a common respiratory infection caused by various viruses and can be triggered by factors such as exposure to cold, rain, overexertion, and malnutrition. Common symptoms include sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, dry throat, sore throat, cough, and hoarseness. Systemic symptoms may include headaches, muscle aches, fatigue, loss of appetite, or possibly no fever, low-grade fever, or high-grade fever. The illness typically lasts for 3 to 7 days. It is recommended that you take the following measures: maintain a light diet, increase fluid intake, and ensure adequate rest to help your baby recover quickly.