Question
A one-year-old girl has recently been experiencing persistent nasal discharge and sneezing, diagnosed as allergic rhinitis, which has severely affected her sleep. How should this situation be handled? Is medication treatment necessary?
Answer
For pediatric cases of allergic rhinitis that affect sleep, regional vasoconstrictors can be considered first to alleviate symptoms. If symptoms frequently occur, it is recommended to go to the hospital for allergen testing and consider desensitization therapy. At the same time, closely monitor for purulent secretions to assess the possibility of bacterial infection. Parents should remain vigilant and seek professional medical assistance when necessary to ensure the child’s health.