#AskTheExpert my 9 months old baby is having stuffed nose what should I do

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Cold is most of the time because of some viral infection or allergic condition and symptoms are usually sneezing, running nose, nasal congestion and fever. cough along with throat irritation are  usually associated .
Treatment consists of antiallergic antipyretics analgesics and decongestants medicine .
As a home remedy steam inhalation would be very useful .
Medicines like wikoryl / tminic / Alex cold can be used  in a proper dose  for 3-5 days as per the symptoms .
Steam inhalation is repeated frequently .
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hi dear Provide warm baths, which can help clear congestion and offer a distraction.
Keep up regular feedings and monitor for wet diapers.
Add one or two drops of saline to their nostril using a small syringe.
Provide steam or cool mist, such as from a humidifier or by running a hot shower.