Nasal congestion in children is mostly caused by colds, allergic rhinitis, deviated septum and other factors, and general treatment, medication or surgery should be chosen according to the specific causes.
1. Colds: If nasal congestion occurs in the case of rain, cold and other low immunity, and accompanied by fever, cough and other symptoms, the occurrence of colds should be considered. Usually there is no need for special treatment, attention to rest, timely nutrition, the use of antiviral drugs, most of the faster recovery; severe symptoms can be taken orally to clear the heat and detoxification of proprietary Chinese medicines, such as Pudilan Oral Liquid, etc. to promote recovery.
2. Allergic rhinitis: it often occurs after contact with allergens, such as dust mites, pollen, etc., and is characterized by nasal congestion, itchy nose and watery nasal discharge. Nasal spray hormone, such as budesonide, can be used for its treatment, together with sea salt water for nasal rinsing.
3. Deviated nasal septum: It means that the nasal septum is deviated to one side, causing dysfunction of nasal cavity, such as nasal congestion, headache, etc. If the symptoms are not obvious, no treatment is needed. If the symptoms are not obvious, there is no need for treatment. If the nasal congestion is recurrent, nasal rinsing with sea salt water and nasal spray glucocorticosteroid can be used to relieve the symptoms, and when the child reaches the age of 18 years old, he or she can be considered to have the nasal septum corrective surgery.
In short, children with nasal congestion and other manifestations, should go to the hospital in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor for treatment.