Question
If a child has accumulated mucus in their nasal cavity, is it advisable to use cotton swabs for cleaning? This situation has been ongoing for some time, and I haven’t dared to take medication on my own. I kindly request the physician to provide professional advice.
Answer
According to your description, it is feasible to use cotton swabs to clean the mucus from a child’s nasal cavity. However, to address the mucus issue thoroughly, it is first necessary to confirm the cause of the mucus. If it is caused by a cold, treating the cold should be the primary task to avoid only treating the symptoms without addressing the root cause. After the cold has healed, parents can try gently inserting a cotton swab into the child’s nose to gradually remove the mucus. But this method can be rather cumbersome and may not yield ideal cleaning results.