Question
The child has been scratching their ears recently, despite being born just a few days ago. What could be causing this?
Answer
Hello, typically the early stages of a cold are due to viral infections. You can start by giving the baby some pediatric cold syrup and Livanov granules. Also, encourage your baby to drink more water. If they start coughing up phlegm, you can add some antibiotics like Ceftriaxone or Cefaclor. Keep an eye on the baby and if their condition worsens, it’s best to go to the hospital for treatment. For treatment, you can give them antibiotics like Amoxicillin or Azithromycin, as well as antiviral drugs like Amantadine or Livanov, along with some herbal remedies like Yinhuang granules. It’s also a good idea to use some throat-soothing lozenges like Jinzhousi lozenges or Xiguchen lozenges.