Question
What should I do if a three-and-a-half-year-old child has a persistent runny nose? Since the child started kindergarten at the age of three, they have been experiencing a runny nose. Despite taking various medications, the symptoms have not improved, and they have relapsed soon after two periods of improvement. Why is this happening?
Answer
If there are no symptoms such as sore throat, cough, or sputum in addition to the runny nose, and it only occurs after exposure to cold air, the child may have allergic rhinitis. It is recommended to avoid contact with cold air, maintain warmth, and consider taking antiallergic medication if necessary.