What causes a child's nose to hurt?

In general, a child's nasal pain may be caused by dry environments, nasal injury, colds, allergies, or sinusitis. When the above conditions occur, timely medical evaluation and treatment are recommended. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Dry environment: A dry environment can cause the nasal mucosa to lose moisture, leading to dryness, discomfort, and even nasal pain in children. This condition is often accompanied by dry rhinorrhea or a sensation of nasal congestion. Using a humidifier may help alleviate the dryness.

2. Nasal injury: If a child accidentally bumps their nose or sustains other external trauma, it may result in nasal pain. This is typically accompanied by local swelling, pain, and possibly bleeding. Medical attention is needed for disinfection and hemostasis.

3. Cold: Common cold viruses can infect the upper respiratory tract, including the nasal cavity, causing inflammation and congestion of the nasal mucosa, which leads to symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and nasal pain. It is recommended to follow medical advice and use medications such as cefixime dispersible tablets, amoxicillin capsules, or pediatric expectorant and cough-relieving granules to relieve symptoms.

4. Allergy: Allergic reactions to allergens such as pollen, pet dander, or dust mites may cause nasal mucosal congestion and inflammation, resulting in nasal congestion, runny nose, and nasal pain. Under medical guidance, antiallergic medications such as loratadine granules, cetirizine hydrochloride tablets, or vitamin C tablets may be used for treatment.

5. Sinusitis: Sinusitis refers to infection or inflammation of the sinuses, commonly occurring after an untreated cold or nasal problems triggered by allergies. This condition may lead to nasal pain, headache, facial pressure, and purulent nasal discharge. Treatment may include medications such as Biyuanshu oral liquid, pediatric paracetamol-phenylamine granules, or Tongqiao Biyan tablets, as advised by a physician.

In daily life, parents should pay attention to their child’s dietary health, provide nutrient-rich foods, and ensure adequate intake of essential nutrients to support recovery.