How is a nasal examination performed on a child to test for sinusitis?
Disease description:
Hello, doctor. I'd like to ask how the test for pediatric sinusitis using nasal swab is performed?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Nasal swab testing in children is an experimental diagnostic procedure performed to confirm the condition of sinusitis. First, the child's nose must be safely examined in an operating room. Prior to the nasal swab test, a comprehensive analysis of the child's symptoms is required. During the examination, a cotton swab is carefully inserted into the nostril and gently moved inward to collect discharge, including blood and mucus. This sample allows clinicians to assess the severity of the child's sinusitis and identify the cause of infection—whether bacterial or viral—enabling appropriate and effective treatment. To achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes, careful post-procedure monitoring is essential to prevent recurrence, minimize the child's discomfort, and reduce the burden on parents.
