Patient's question:
Daughter is 3 months old. Recently, over the past 7 days, she has been constantly developing a lot of nasal mucus. She needs to be cleaned out every day; otherwise, it will block her nostrils. During the day, it's not too much, so it doesn't need to be cleaned. But from bedtime to 5 a.m. every morning, it's so blocked that she can't breathe. The nasal mucus is white, soft, and can form long chains. Is it sinusitis? What is the best way to treat it? Thank you!First follow-up question: Are there any other symptoms? Her diet is normal.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, generally speaking, children have a lot of nasal secretions, and at the same time, their nasal passages are very narrow. If the mucus in the nose is not dealt with in a timely manner, and then they inhale dust and solid particles in the air, it is very easy for the mucus to dry out and form crusts. Over time, the crusts can become larger and block the baby's nasal passage. To prevent this, the first step is to clean the baby's mucus promptly. You can use a cotton swab specifically designed for babies, dampened with warm water, and gently remove the mucus. Also, make sure the baby drinks plenty of water and sleep on their side to make breathing easier.