Question

How should one treat a six-month-old baby who has a runny nose and is also congested?

Answer

If the baby is just suffering from a runny nose without any other symptoms, it might be due to a common cold. If there are other symptoms such as coughing or fever, it could indicate an infection from wind-heat type cold. Typically, treatment for wind-heat type colds requires corresponding cold medication. It is recommended to take the child to the hospital for trace element tests to determine the type of cold, thereby allowing for targeted treatment. Additionally, it is important to ensure the baby drinks plenty of water and consumes more fruits to boost their immune system.