Question
A 3-month-old baby has nasal congestion every morning upon waking up, but there is no runny nose. The congestion subsides after a while, and the baby is otherwise normal. Is this a cold? What should I do?
Answer
Based on the current symptoms, the baby may have a cold. Parents should not worry too much as a cold can be alleviated through some simple methods. You can give the baby taurine granules, which can be purchased at a pharmacy and are non-prescription. Additionally, you can supplement the baby with a large amount of vitamin C. Although cold medications can alleviate cold symptoms, they do not cure the cold. If the baby has a lot of runny nose or a slight fever, you can give the baby some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, but it’s best to use it sparingly.