Question
How should I handle a child’s runny nose? Basic patient information:
- Gender: Female
- Age: Three months old
- Duration of runny nose: More than ten days Patient symptoms description: Continuous clear runny nose without improvement. Expert Answer: When a child has a persistent runny nose or purulent yellow-green nasal discharge, it usually indicates a health issue. Persistent purulent nasal discharge may be related to sinusitis. If there is frequent white nasal discharge, it might be due to a deficiency of vitamin A and vitamin B, and supplementing these vitamins may be helpful. Allergies to dust can also cause a large amount of clear runny nose in a short period. If there is a foreign object in the child’s nasal cavity, it may also cause runny nose. Some children have enlarged lymph nodes in the nasopharynx, which can also cause runny nose, accompanied by severe snoring, facial dullness, and small nostrils, which may have a serious impact on growth and posture. Treatment should be sought promptly. Treatment suggestions:
- If sinusitis or other infections are suspected, antibiotic treatment may be necessary.
- Supplement vitamin A and vitamin B to improve deficiencies.
- Avoid contact with allergens such as dust.
- If a foreign object in the nasal cavity is discovered, immediate medical attention should be sought for removal.
- For enlarged lymph nodes in the nasopharynx, specific treatment or surgical intervention may be required. Parents should pay attention to observing their child’s symptoms and communicate with the doctor in a timely manner to obtain appropriate medical advice and treatment.