Patient's question:
I just had a lovely baby girl half a month ago, but recently I noticed that my baby has a bit of a stuffy nose. My partner and I are a little worried. I want to ask why is my baby's stuffy nose getting worse?Doctor's answer:
First, it's important to identify the cause of the baby's nasal congestion. Generally, nasal congestion is a common symptom of upper respiratory infections and colds. Excessive mucus can block the nasal passages, and swollen nasal mucosa can make the airways narrower. In this case, you can use a nasal aspirator or a damp towel to remove the mucus from the baby's nose. Additionally, there may be cases where nasal congestion is caused by an excessive amount of crusts due to long-term lack of nasal cleaning, which affects the smoothness of the airways.