Patient's question:
My son is almost 5 months old. Since birth, his breathing has been heavy, and it seems like there's something in his nose. Sometimes when he sleeps, he snorts like he's snoring. When he was born, the doctor said his respiratory system wasn't fully developed and that it would improve by the time he was one year old. Now that he's almost 5 months old, there hasn't been any improvement. Sometimes when he lies down, his nasal breathing can't keep up, and he exhales through his mouth. It's like there's mucus in his nose that won't come out.Doctor's answer:
Hello, when a newborn has a stuffy nose, you can hold the baby's head and gently remove the secretions with a cotton swab dipped in warm water. Alternatively, you can apply one to two drops of breast milk or warm water into the nostril. Once the secretions soften, you can gently stimulate the nasal cavity with a piece of cotton thread to make the baby sneeze and expel the mucus. If no secretions are found in the nose but the baby still cannot breathe normally, you can place a warm, damp towel on the baby's nasal root to allow moist, warm air to enter the nostrils, which can help relieve the stuffiness. If the situation is severe, it is recommended to consult a doctor for medication.