Question
My child was aspirated by amniotic fluid at birth and now often snores while sleeping, especially when they have a cold. The nose feels particularly uncomfortable during these times. What could be the reason for this?
Answer
Based on your description, your child’s snoring after a cold is likely due to bronchitis and nasal inflammation caused by the cold. The aspiration of amniotic fluid at birth does not affect this. Here are some treatment and management suggestions: administer some immunity-enhancing medication to the child, and also use herbs that clear lung heat, cool blood, and relieve asthma to treat and alleviate the symptoms. Snoring requires timely treatment, so it is recommended to seek symptomatic treatment under a doctor’s guidance. Also, be mindful of the diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods to prevent the condition from worsening. I hope these suggestions are helpful to you.