Question
A two-month-old baby feels nasal congestion while breastfeeding and crying, but breathes normally during quiet play and nap times. Occasionally, there’s a deep breath like a sigh when not asleep. There’s no runny nose, but there’s a white, sticky secretion when cleaning the nose in the morning. The baby doesn’t have a fever and coughs occasionally, sounding like a choking cough. Is this a cold or physiological nasal congestion?
Answer
It should be considered that this is likely due to catching a cold, mainly caused by the impact of cold air on the nasal mucosa. It is important to always maintain the indoor temperature and prevent the air from becoming too dry. Normally, you should enhance your child’s care, be aware of preventing colds, and carefully observe any changes in your child’s body temperature. Address symptoms promptly, wish the patient a speedy recovery, and enjoy good health and a beautiful life.