How to best treat rhinitis in children

Children's resistance is relatively weak, and they are more likely to suffer from symptoms such as rhinitis. For children, if they have rhinitis, they need to be treated with specific methods. Because children's physical constitution is different from that of adults, special attention needs to be paid when using medication. So, if a child has rhinitis, what methods should be used to treat it? Next, I will introduce to you the treatment methods for rhinitis in children!

1. Avoid allergens

The most fundamental health care measure for children's allergic rhinitis is to understand the substances that cause children's allergies, that is, allergens, and try to avoid them. When symptoms mainly occur outdoors: Outdoor activities should be limited as much as possible, especially contact with flowers, plants, rotten leaves, and catkins. Wear a mask when going out, or go to the seaside where there are fewer allergens.

When children's allergic rhinitis symptoms mainly occur indoors: you can pay attention to the following points:

1. If your child is allergic to fur or mites, remove all down pillows and quilts. Use a vacuum cleaner instead of a broom to clean the home. Keep the doors and windows of the bedroom open to keep the air fresh.

2. If you are allergic to chemical gases, you should pay special attention to the decoration of your home environment and try to use green and environmentally friendly decoration materials;

3. If the allergy is very severe, you can use anti-allergic drugs, which are used locally or systemically. Children around 2 years old can use local nasal sprays; Nasonex, Renocort, Berkson, etc.

4. If allergic rhinitis is caused by a cold, it is mainly necessary to exercise to reduce the risk of colds, which can also play a preventive role;

5. If it is a seasonal allergy, for example, if a child has allergic symptoms every September or October, it is best to take preventive treatment one or two months in advance. Then, even if allergic rhinitis occurs, the symptoms will be much alleviated.

2. Drug treatment of rhinitis in children

The treatment of pediatric rhinitis has normative documents formulated by the Chinese Medical Association, which is very different from the treatment of adult rhinitis. In addition, children's medication needs to be treated differently based on age, symptoms, and individual tolerance. Abuse of drugs will not only fail to solve the problem of rhinitis, but will also have adverse effects.

3. Prevention of rhinitis in children

1. Pay attention to nasal hygiene at ordinary times.

2. Pay attention to the method of blowing your nose. If you have a stuffy nose and a lot of mucus, it is advisable to block one nostril. Blow out slightly, then alternately blow

3. When swimming, you should maintain the correct posture and try to keep your head above water.

4. If you have toothache, you should seek thorough treatment.

5. Take medication and external nasal drops promptly as directed by your doctor.

6. For those with chronic sinusitis, you need to have confidence and perseverance in treatment, and pay attention to strengthening your physical fitness to prevent colds.

7. Keep a cheerful temperament and avoid mental stimulation. At the same time, be careful not to overwork yourself.

8. It is strictly forbidden to eat greasy and spicy food, drink more water, eat more vegetables, and keep the bowel movements smooth.

9. You can do nose massage regularly.

10. Try to limit cold foods (such as ice cream, iced drinks, etc.)

11. Apply heat or massage to the back of your neck and lower abdomen.

12. A humidifier should be used in winter to avoid nasal discomfort caused by excessively dry indoor air.