The most common myths about children's colds Bashny.Net

Rhinitis in young children – a common phenomenon. But the symptoms of such illness in young transferred much more complicated than that of an adult. In order to quickly alleviate the condition of Chad, you need to start to understand the validity of the applied measures. People often are of the opinion that the common cold kids treat is not necessary, he passes for the week. But it is very wrong opinion. To treat must, in order to avoid possible complications.


And you don't need to be carried out on the universal belief that snot can be run only using the drops. As you know, drops have only vasoconstrictor effect: relieve swelling and make breathing easier. Moreover, the infection does not go away. These drugs should be used strictly on prescription. After all, not controlled receiving such drugs very soon develops an addiction.


Another wrong universal idea that it is best, safer and most importantly, to treat stuffy nose essential oils. There is a grain of truth. After all conifer oils have antimicrobial action. But these drugs and oil can't make babies, as entering the respiratory tract, they cause spasm of the glottis. You also need to be careful with the warming up of the nose. This method of treatment can only be used if the nose is breathing. And for such treatments suitable dry heat (boiled egg, warm salt, etc.).


A good remedy for the treatment of rhinitis in infants is mother's milk. It contains in its composition of lysozyme – a substance that infection-fighting. But the frequent instillation of milk contributes to the formation of dry crusts, which further provokes the respiratory failure and the outflow of mucus. In addition, milk is an excellent nutrient medium for microorganisms. Remember, your overconfidence may harm the health of the child. If a runny nose was an obsessive illness – refer to a specialist.

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