Repeated unexplained cough and runny nose are problems that many parents will encounter, which will not only affect the baby's physical health, but also bring great trouble to parents. So, what should you do when this happens to your baby?
First of all, parents should stay calm and not be too nervous. The baby's body is fragile and prone to various problems, but cough and runny nose can also be caused by some common reasons, such as colds, allergies, etc. If parents are too nervous, it may increase the psychological burden of the baby, which is not conducive to the alleviation of the condition.
Secondly, parents should carefully observe the baby's symptoms. If the baby's symptoms are relatively mild, only occasional cough, runny nose, and no other uncomfortable symptoms, you can give the baby more water, pay attention to keeping warm, keep indoor air circulation, avoid contact with irritating odors, etc., and observe the changes in the condition. If the baby's symptoms are severe, such as frequent cough, phlegm, fever, etc., it is recommended to seek medical attention in time.
Before seeking medical attention, parents can sort out the baby's condition in advance, including the time of cough and runny nose, the severity of symptoms, whether there are other uncomfortable symptoms, etc., so that the doctor can better understand the baby's condition and make an accurate diagnosis and**.
If the doctor confirms that your baby's symptoms are caused by a cold, they will usually prescribe some cold medicine and cough medicine for your baby. Parents should pay attention to the dosage and time of medication when feeding the baby, so as to avoid damage to the baby's body caused by overdose or prolonged medication. At the same time, parents should also pay attention to the baby's diet and living habits, avoid giving the baby too sweet and salty food, and keep the indoor air fresh.
If your baby's symptoms are caused by allergies, such as allergic rhinitis, your doctor may prescribe anti-allergy medications and nasal sprays. When using these drugs, parents should strictly follow the doctor's instructions to avoid damage to the baby's body caused by overdose or improper use of the drug. At the same time, parents should also pay attention to the baby's diet and living environment, and avoid contact with allergens.
In short, repeated unexplained coughing and runny nose are problems that many parents will encounter. When this happens to the baby, parents should stay calm, carefully observe the baby's symptoms, seek medical attention in time and follow the doctor's instructions for ** and care. At the same time, parents should also pay attention to the baby's diet and living habits, avoid giving the baby too sweet and salty food, and keep the indoor air fresh. With these measures, it is believed that the baby's symptoms will be relieved soon.