Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Discovered that my son has nasal mucus in his nose. Yesterday, while sneezing, he expelled a small amount of nasal mucus. I noticed some more in his right nostril, but the family members didn't let me touch it, saying it's nothing. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
If the nasal crust is blocked at the nostril opening, you can gently roll it out with a sterilized cotton swab. If the nasal discharge is deeper in the nasal cavity, you can first apply 1 to 2 drops of physiological saline, cold boiled water, or breast milk into the nostril to slowly moisten and soften the crust. Then, gently squeeze the sides of the nose to help the crust gradually loosen, and finally roll it out with a sterilized cotton swab.Maintain a comfortable temperature and humidity in the room to avoid excessive dryness. At the same time, give the baby more fluids to prevent overheating and chills. The mother should follow a light diet.