Question
The 4-month-old baby has difficulty breathing through the nose while sleeping at night, and there is still some difficulty upon waking up. Occasionally, there is coughing and sneezing. The baby is breastfed. Is this a cold? Is it serious? The child has taken cough medicine, cefalexin granules, and pediatric paracetamol and chlorpheniramine granules. Should we consult a doctor in this situation?
Answer
Your child may be experiencing a fever that has not fully recovered due to a cold. This could be caused by an upper respiratory infection, and it is recommended to start treatment with antibiotics and antiviral medications early. For now, you can give the child plenty of water and eat fresh vegetables such as green vegetables, carrots, and tomatoes, which can provide various vitamins and inorganic salts to help restore body functions.