What to do if your baby has a runny nose and difficulty breathing

We all know that babies often have a runny nose when they have a cold or a fever. Colds are relatively easy to treat, but many times the runny nose continues even after the cold has healed, and the degree varies. At this time, many parents know what to do, but dare not give their babies medicine easily. After all, medicines have certain side effects. So what should we do if the baby has a runny nose and difficulty breathing?

The nasal cavity of infants and young children is not yet fully developed. The nasal cavity is small, and the nasal mucosa is rich in blood vessels, which is prone to inflammation. Inflammation causes nasal congestion in babies, and can also make the baby cry and become irritable, thus affecting their appetite and eating.

When young children are exposed to cold air, they will have a runny nose due to sensitivity. For example, a runny nose or nasal congestion in the morning is often caused by allergies. This kind of nasal discharge is clear water-like, but colds can also cause runny noses. If the runny nose is yellow, it may be caused by a virus infection. If a baby accidentally puts foreign objects into his nostrils while eating or playing, the baby will experience nasal congestion, difficulty breathing, irritability, and blood in his nasal mucus.

1. How to care for your baby's runny nose

Parents can use a soft handkerchief to wipe the runny nose. Because the baby's skin is very delicate, wiping too much will make the baby feel uncomfortable. So after wiping the nose, you can cover it with a wet towel and then lightly apply a little oil to prevent skin cracking and pain.

2. Baby nasal congestion care methods:

If the nostrils are blocked by foreign objects, you can use a cotton swab dipped in a small amount of clean water to gently remove the secretions in the nasal cavity. Be gentle. Never push the foreign object inside, and take your baby to the hospital to ask the doctor to remove the foreign object from the nose.

In addition, you can also apply a warm towel to the base of the nose to relieve nasal congestion. If your baby's nostrils are blocked by mucus and affecting his breathing, you can use a nasal exhaler to help the baby suck out the mucus.

When your baby has a runny nose, parents should not give the baby any medicine without authorization. This is very harmful to the baby's health because the baby's tolerance is not as strong as that of adults. When this happens, it is best to go to a professional hospital for examination to see if there is a problem with the nose.