Question
My child has had a stuffy nose and been coughing since last night. When they cough, they also keep having diarrhea. What should I do? I want to know what medicine I can give them to get better?
Answer
A cold is usually caused by respiratory virus infections, and it often presents with symptoms such as a stuffy nose, cough, headache, and fever. When exposure to cold, rain, or overexertion leads to a decrease in the body’s immunity, bacteria and viruses can invade and cause a cold. Treatment can generally include medications such as Congtaike, Kuaige, and Compound Aspirin. For common colds, antibiotics are usually not needed, and they typically heal on their own within about a week. Only in cases of bacterial infection is targeted treatment required. In daily life, it’s important to pay attention to diet, avoid cold and greasy foods, keep warm, and focus on preventing colds.