What can be done for a child's nasal congestion and difficulty breathing through the nose?

Generally, nasal congestion in children should be addressed according to its specific cause. Nasal congestion in children may be related to environmental factors, allergic factors, upper respiratory tract infections, adenoid hypertrophy, or sinusitis. It can be improved by maintaining suitable temperatures, avoiding allergens, and medication treatments. The detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Environmental factors

High and dry room temperatures may trigger nasal congestion. Children are particularly sensitive to humidity and temperature changes in their environment. Maintaining appropriate humidity and temperature can help relieve nasal congestion.

2. Allergic factors

Exposure to allergens such as pollen or willow catkins may cause allergic rhinitis, leading to symptoms like nasal congestion, runny nose, and sneezing. Parents are advised to have children wear masks when going outdoors.

3. Upper respiratory tract infection

Upper respiratory tract infections can cause nasal mucosa congestion and edema, which may lead to nasal congestion. Other accompanying symptoms may include coughing, runny nose, sneezing, and headache. Parents can consult a doctor and administer medications such as children's Chiao Chiao Qing Re Granules or Children's Cold Granules to help alleviate symptoms.

4. Adenoid hypertrophy

Adenoid hypertrophy may be associated with chronic inflammation, genetic factors, or abnormal hormone levels. It may cause nasal obstruction and nasal congestion, along with symptoms such as mouth breathing and snoring during sleep. Parents can administer medications such as Amoxicillin Capsules or Cefaclor Granules to children according to medical advice to help alleviate symptoms.

5. Sinusitis

Sinusitis is usually caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, or other factors. It may lead to prolonged nasal congestion and runny nose, along with symptoms such as headache and facial tenderness. It is recommended that parents administer medications such as Nasal Comfort Tablets or Tongqiao Biyan Tablets to children under the guidance of a doctor.

If the child's symptoms persist without improvement, parents are advised to promptly take the child to a reputable hospital for treatment. Additionally, parents should observe the child's symptoms and reduce the intake of cold or cooling foods such as ice cream and cold dishes, as these may worsen symptoms.