Question
An 8-month-old baby has been consistently coughing and has a stuffy nose. How should this be handled?
Answer
The baby’s symptoms may be due to a wind-cold common cold, characterized by frequent coughing, thin, white phlegm, clear nasal discharge, pale or slightly red tongue, thin coating, heavy cough sound, headache, and fever. It may also present with symptoms of asthma. Treatment can involve using Sanao Decoction along with herbs to reduce gas and resolve phlegm.