Acute upper respiratory tract infections are quite common. If a baby has symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, difficulty breathing, and sore throat, it is very likely that they have contracted acute upper respiratory tract infections. It is usually caused by viral or bacterial infections. So, what should I do if my baby has an acute upper respiratory tract infection?
If the baby has acute upper respiratory tract infection, first observe whether the baby's body temperature exceeds 38.5 ℃. If it exceeds 38.5 ℃, it is necessary to take antipyretic drugs or receive intravenous treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Then confirm whether it is a viral infection or an inflammatory infection. If it is a viral infection, it usually resolves on its own, so there is no need to worry too much.
If it is caused by inflammatory infection, antibiotics should be used under the guidance of a doctor according to the degree of inflammation. During the treatment period, parents should pay attention to giving their babies plenty of water, which not only helps to dissipate heat in the body, but also prevents dehydration caused by fever and replenishes body fluids.
At the same time, parents should pay attention to the isolation of their babies and try not to go to places with excessive human traffic to avoid cross infection. Then, according to changes in weather conditions, adjust clothing at any time to avoid worsening of the condition. If the baby is treated with medication, parents should pay attention to whether the baby has symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, etc. after taking the medication, and understand the side effects of the medication. In terms of diet, focus on light and easily digestible foods, and eat more high protein foods.
