Question
My baby is 1 year old and has been constantly sneezing and running a nose, and I’m not sure what to do.
Answer
The baby might be running a nose due to sensitivity to cold air, which could be an allergic reaction, especially if the mucus is clear and watery. If the runny nose occurs in the morning or is accompanied by nasal congestion, it’s usually an allergic response. However, if it’s a common cold, runny nose can also be a symptom, and yellowish mucus may indicate a viral infection. For a common cold, you can give medications like Sangjiao Cold Tablets, Children’s Cold Syrup, Platycodon Root Decoction, Yinyao Jiedu, Liu Shen Wan, Vitamin C, and other symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication.