How long can a baby suffer with a discharge from the nose?
Written By: user Dr. T Sunil kumar
Published On: 15 Dec, 2021 10:13 PM | Updated On: 17 Jun, 2025 7:38 AM

How long can a baby suffer with a discharge from the nose?

Dr T Sunil Kumar will tell us about the duration of nasal congestion or discharge in babies. Generally, it is 1-2 weeks. But if it exceeds beyond two weeks and baby has difficulty in breathing, then it is advisable to consult a pediatrician

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Dr. T Sunil kumar

Dr. Sunil Kumar T is a Pediatrician in Bachupally, Hyderabad and has an experience of 11 years in this field. Dr. Sunil Kumar T practices at Relief Hospital in Bachupally, Hyderabad and Icon Hospitals in Kukatpally, Hyderabad. He completed MBBS from Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad in 2004 and Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad in 2008. He is a member of Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP) and Twin cities association of pediatrics.

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