Question
How to handle a child’s runny nose?
Answer
If a child’s nostrils always have clear mucus or discharge purulent yellow or green mucus, this may be a sign of illness. Chronic discharge of purulent yellow or green mucus may indicate sinusitis. Frequent discharge of clear mucus may be due to a deficiency of vitamins A and B, and treatment with these vitamins can be effective. Allergies to inhaled dust can cause a large amount of clear mucus to flow in a short time. Some children with nasal foreign bodies also frequently have runny noses. Some children with enlarged lymph nodes in the nasopharynx also often have runny noses, but they also have symptoms such as severe snoring, dull facial expression, and flat nose, which can seriously affect growth and posture. Treatment should be sought promptly.