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 intervene with 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.