Question
My 3-year-old baby has been sneezing and coughing for two months now, and the coughing is very severe upon waking. What should I do?
Answer
The baby’s condition is likely allergic rhinitis. It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic for a follow-up consultation, where a nasal endoscopy and allergen testing can be conducted to determine the cause. Treatment mainly consists of non-specific and specific treatments: non-specific treatment is used primarily to control symptoms, which may include the use of nasal sprays such as Budesonide and Leflunomide, and antihistamines like Chlorpheniramine may be taken as needed. Specific treatment refers to desensitization therapy, which is carried out after the allergen is identified. Wishing the baby a speedy recovery!