What to do if children catch a cold in summer

In summer, due to the hot weather, children are more afraid of heat than adults. When it is hot, babies will be more irritable. Most adults will choose to turn on the air conditioner to cool down. The large temperature difference between cold and hot makes it the most likely time for children to catch a cold. Parents will be anxious when they see their baby has a cold. So what should we do if children catch a cold in summer? For this problem, most people still don’t know much about it. I have summarized a few points for you and will give you a detailed introduction below.

1. Pay attention to ventilation and keep warm, get more rest, drink more water, and eat a light diet.

2. Eat more fruits and other foods rich in vitamin C to improve immunity.

3. When using cold medicine, in order to avoid repeated use, you should check whether the medicine contains duplicate drug ingredients.

4. When using drugs containing anti-inflammatory effects, do not drink tea, eat acidic foods, drink fruit juice, etc.

5. Antibiotics are only needed if a secondary infection occurs after a cold and it is combined with a bacterial cold.

6. Traditional Chinese medicine divides colds into wind-cold type, wind-heat type, summer heat type, Qi deficiency type, etc., and emphasizes syndrome differentiation and treatment. It is necessary to consult a doctor when using Chinese medicine.

7. If the symptoms do not improve or disappear after using cold medicine for a week, you should consult a doctor.

The above is an introduction to the knowledge of "What to do if children catch a cold in the summer?" I believe that through the above detailed introduction, everyone has a certain understanding of what to do if children catch a cold in the summer. Therefore, it is recommended that parents can actively follow the above methods in their daily lives. Don’t panic if your baby catches a cold, and don’t take medicine indiscriminately for major or minor illnesses. Take your baby to the hospital as soon as possible, consult a doctor, and receive professional treatment.