Pediatric rhinitis is divided into two types: infectious rhinitis and allergic rhinitis, and the best treatment is to take medication and nasal rinsing according to the cause of the disease.
1. Infectious rhinitis: acute inflammatory reaction of nasal mucosa caused by rhinovirus, coronavirus and other infections. In the early stage of the disease, antiviral drugs can be used for systemic treatment, such as the combination of bacterial infection, should be combined with penicillin or cephalosporin and other antibiotics combined treatment. Local medication can be used nasal glucocorticoids for 2 to 4 weeks to effectively relieve mucosal edema. In addition, nasal rinsing can also improve nasal symptoms.
2. Allergic rhinitis: The drug treatment of allergic rhinitis is mainly a combination of nasal glucocorticosteroids and antihistamines such as ebastine. In addition, controlling allergens from the living environment and avoiding contact with allergens are also very important to prevent recurrent rhinitis.
If your child is found to have symptoms related to rhinitis, it is recommended to seek medical attention and symptomatic treatment, and the use of medication should be in accordance with the doctor’s instructions.