What are the symptoms of rhinitis in children? The harm and severity of rhinitis in children

Rhinitis is a troublesome disease because it is difficult to cure, and it is even more difficult to treat when it occurs in children. Therefore, we will learn about the symptoms of rhinitis in children and the harmfulness and severity of rhinitis in children.

The nose of a child with rhinitis is always poorly ventilated and occasionally flares up. Children with rhinitis often have a runny nose. However, with acute rhinitis, clear nasal mucus becomes sticky. Secondary infection can also cause rhinitis in children, and children will have purulent secretions in their nasal cavity. Children with rhinitis may have symptoms such as fever, cough, and listlessness. Some children may have nosebleeds. If it is not treated promptly and effectively, it will become chronic rhinitis, causing children to develop obstructive nasal sounds and difficulty opening their mouths. What's more serious is that it will damage the child's face and affect the child's chest development. The main manifestations of rhinitis in children are runny nose, nasal congestion, nasal itching, sneezing, nasal postflow, sudden coughing at night, etc. Rhinitis usually occurs when the climate changes, when you get up in the morning, when the air is dry or dusty. However, this phenomenon usually only lasts 10-20 minutes and may occur intermittently during the day. Children with rhinitis should drink more water, take medication when necessary, and pay attention to treatment to prevent the deterioration and recurrence of rhinitis.

1. If children's rhinitis is not treated in time, it will cause serious complications, especially allergic rhinitis in children. The consequences are more serious because rhinitis is not only caused by bacterial infection, but also by some external stimuli. Bronchial asthma is the most common complication after rhinitis. These two diseases affect each other. Generally, allergic rhinitis and asthma will coexist when it occurs.

2. Children with rhinitis can also develop allergic sinusitis. After the onset of rhinitis, the nasal mucosa will be swollen, which will lead to nasal congestion and obvious suffocation. In this way, negative pressure will gradually be generated in the sinus cavity of rhinitis patients, so most children with rhinitis will have headaches. It is okay if there is no infection, but if there are symptoms of infection, sinusitis will occur.

3. Rhinitis may also cause otitis media. The nasal cavity and pharynx are connected. If the inflammation of the nose is not controlled and treated, the upper throat will be affected, and the pharynx will also become edematous. This will make the pharyngeal opening narrow and blocked, and exudate will be produced in the middle ear, which will slowly cause otitis media.

4. Children with rhinitis may also experience symptoms of itchy throat, accompanied by coughing or mild hoarseness. Severe pharyngitis may also cause breathing difficulties. Repeated attacks of rhinitis in children will cause edema of the nasal mucosa, and gradually form nasal polyps, which will block the nasal cavity and cause ventilation obstruction. At this time, surgical treatment is necessary.

5. Of course, rhinitis may also indirectly cause nose bleeding, because rhinitis can make the nose itchy. If the itching is severe, the child will scratch and rub it with his hands. This, coupled with severe nasal discharge, will cause nasal mucosal damage and bleeding. In fact, the most direct effect of rhinitis is on the sense of smell, because nasal mucosal edema or nasal infection can affect the olfactory nerves, which will affect the sense of smell.

The medication for children's rhinitis is different for different rhinitis and different symptoms. In the case of acute rhinitis, that is, upper respiratory tract infection, it is mainly a viral infection. There is no specific antiviral drug, and the main treatment is symptomatic. Drink plenty of water, pay attention to rest, and take cold medicine to relieve symptoms. In the case of chronic simple rhinitis, physiological seawater nasal spray can be used to clean the nasal cavity; children aged 3-7 and above can use mometasone furoate nasal spray; children aged 7-12 and above can use trezinide, budesonide, and fluticasone propionate nasal spray. Oral Chinese patent medicine rhinitis tablets and other drugs. Specific medication needs to be treated under the advice of an otolaryngologist.

1. Pay attention to nasal hygiene in daily life.

2. Pay attention to the method of blowing your nose. If you have a stuffy nose and a lot of mucus, you can press and block one nostril. Blow outwards with a little force, and then blow alternately.

3. When swimming, you should maintain the correct posture and try to keep your head above water.

4. People who suffer from toothache should receive thorough treatment.

5. Follow the doctor's instructions to take medication and apply nasal drops in a timely manner.

6. Keep a cheerful disposition and avoid mental stimulation. Also, be careful not to overwork.

7. Avoid greasy and spicy food, drink more water and eat more vegetables, and keep bowel movements smooth.