Patient's question:
What to do about a newborn baby's stuffy noseDoctor's answer:
When infants and young children have nasal congestion, physiological saline nasal spray can be used to relieve nasal mucosal edema. For older children, in addition to physiological saline nasal spray, nasal mucosal vasoconstrictors such as oxymetazoline nasal spray can also be used. However, the use time should not be too long, generally not exceeding 5 days. In most cases, infant nasal congestion is not a serious condition. If the above methods do not improve the symptoms, especially if the nasal congestion persists for an extended period or even affects sleep, feeding, and mental state, parents should pay attention and seek medical advice from an otolaryngologist for further examination. Early diagnosis and treatment are recommended. It is also important to rest, exercise more, and supplement nutrition to enhance the body's resistance to diseases.