Is it possible to do inhalations with a nebulizer for a child with a red throat

A sore throat causes discomfort in cool and rainy weather. If the problem is ignored, there is a risk of developing inflammatory processes in the mucous membrane. Medicines taken locally often have a negative effect on the gastrointestinal tract, so for a sore throat it is necessary to take inhalations. How to make them with and without a nebulizer, as well as for children and adults, read the article.

What can and should be treated with inhalation

It is necessary to perform steam procedures under the following conditions:

diseases resulting from a viral infection (influenza and others);
disturbance of microflora in the throat (sore throat);
fungal infection (pharyngeal mycosis);
swelling of the throat during allergies;
dry throat and sinuses (runny nose);
pain as a result of exposure to acrid smoke or toxic substances;
a consequence of an intense cough in the form of transfer of infection to the respiratory tract (with bronchitis and other lung diseases).

But it can also be used for preventive purposes:

during the cold period (autumn and winter);
for diseases that cannot be completely cured;
in cases where a person works with voice.

The effectiveness and benefits of inhalation for the treatment of red throat

How does inhaling vapor help with a sore larynx:

the throat is evenly treated with steam, unlike medications;
beneficial substances instantly dissolve in the throat;
water in a gaseous state quickly gets rid of viruses and bacteria, producing protective mucus;
medications do not have time to reach the stomach and circulatory system, which helps to avoid side effects;
swelling and redness in the larynx, as well as pain, disappear;
Also suitable for incompatible drugs in other applications.

This is why inhalation procedures are still used today. And in order to perform them, you will need a nebulizer. If you don’t have it, you need to prepare a pan or bowl of boiled water and a large towel or blanket.

From what and for what purpose

A sore throat in a child or an adult can appear for various reasons, but it always indicates the development of an inflammatory process in the tonsils (tonsillitis, sore throat), pharynx (pharyngitis) or in the area of the vocal cords (laryngitis). In accordance with the etiology, the necessary medications and the method of their use are selected. For example, for purulent sore throat, oral antibiotics and antiseptics in the form of sprays are needed to irrigate the inflamed tonsils; for laryngitis and laryngotracheitis, inhalations with a nebulizer will be very effective; for pharyngitis, local remedies in combination with inhalation therapy will help.

Modern methods of treating a sore throat

The main causes of inflammation in the throat are:

viruses – causative agents of various acute respiratory viral infections, influenza, measles, etc.;
bacteria – the culprits of sore throat, scarlet fever, tonsillitis, diphtheria and other diseases;
pathogenic fungi - cause mycotic lesions of the pharynx in immunodeficiencies;
allergens – food, medicinal, household;
irritating factors from the external environment - smoke, gases, vapors of toxic substances;
tension from a strong strained cough - with whooping cough, acute tracheitis and bronchitis;
dryness of the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract - with low air humidity in the living room, atrophic processes.

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In accordance with this, inhalations for the throat are carried out for the purpose of:

elimination of inflammatory phenomena;
suppression of pathogenic microflora;
moisturizing the mucous membrane of the respiratory tract;
accelerating the regeneration of damaged tissues;
strengthening local immunity.

Inhalation for cough with nebulizer

Medicines for the procedure: how to dilute, dosages

9 popular solutions for inhalation using a nebulizer:

Five milliliters of saline solution in the form of sodium chloride is added to the container. It is necessary to be treated for up to a week, performing 5 procedures during the day.
High-quality mineral water (Essentuki or Borjomi) needs to be opened, wait until all the gas comes out and fill the same amount into a beaker.
Add Furacilil one milliliter less than the previous solutions. Breathe over it no more than 3 times a day.
For 4 ml. Add 2 drops of calendula tincture to distilled water or saline solution. The maximum duration of treatment is 5 days.
In combination, take the same amount of base and 4 drops of propolis in the form of an infusion. Therapy is extended to a week.

“The medicine should not be used by children under 12 years of age!”

Miramistin. For small children it must be diluted in water. After they are three years old, the substance can be used completely. The course of treatment is one and a half weeks with a daily dose of up to 3-4 procedures.
The ratio of Tonsilgon N and sodium chloride depending on age: for infants 1:3 parts, from 1 year - 1:2. The duration of treatment is reduced to 7 days.
Pour 4 ml of acetylcysteine into the solution container. They need treatment for five days.
Dexamethasone. 10 drops per 3 milliliters of neutral solution for children and a proportion of 1:6 parts for adults.

Inhalation technology and recipes

You should start with hot inhalations, as they have a more pronounced therapeutic effect. This is where a kind of physiotherapy based on warming comes into play. In addition, increased temperature promotes faster absorption of medicinal substances and their penetration into the capillary network.

Hot inhalations for sore throat

So, hot inhalations:

An old "grandmother's" recipe - boiled potatoes. The water is drained from the freshly boiled potatoes, after which the patient bends over the container, covers his head and neck with a towel and breathes in the rising steam. The duration of the procedure is at least 10 minutes. Potatoes can be boiled either peeled or in their skins. Potatoes contain many healing compounds: a lot of vitamin C (up to 100 mg per 1 kg of raw product), B vitamins, a lot of microelements, several organic acids. Steam from boiled potatoes has a pronounced bactericidal effect (a combination of high temperature and the chemical effect of the substances contained in the steam).
Boil water in a similar container. Take equal amounts of chamomile, calendula and thyme, mix (herbs and ready-made herbal mixtures are sold at any pharmacy). Add at least 3 tablespoons to boiling water and boil for at least 5 minutes. Remove from heat and breathe over the hot broth for at least 10 minutes, covering your head with a towel.
A similar recipe, but instead of herbs, drop 3 drops of fir essential oil and pine essential oil into the water. In principle, there are many options when some medicinal components are added to boiling water for subsequent inhalation.
Not long ago, a nebulizer came into use.

A device that uses various methods (compression, ultrasound, mesh technology) to convert a decoction or solution into a finely dispersed medium. The newest are mesh nebulizers; they pass liquid through a micromesh membrane, resulting in an aerosol. A nebulizer is superior to traditional inhalations in many ways: you can use compounds that are not applicable for conventional “over a pan” inhalation, and the risk of burning the mucous membrane of the respiratory tract disappears. For children's inhalations, it is better to use a nebulizer. For many, it is very convenient that a nebulizer allows you to carry out inhalations on the road.

Cold inhalations for sore throat

Cold inhalations are much easier and faster to do. These are well-known pharmaceutical products in the form of pressurized aerosols - Ingalipt, Cameton, Hexoral, Miramistin, Proposol (the last two are available in the form of sprays). Moreover, the palm in popularity among consumers is held by Ingalipt and Kameton.

Inhalipt contains as active ingredients: sodium sulfanilamide (bactericidal effect), sodium sulfathiazole (bactericidal effect), eucalyptus oil, peppermint oil and thymol (general disinfecting effect).

Cameton contains: Chlorobutanol (bactericidal effect, weak analgesic), camphor, eucalyptus oil and levomenthol.

These pharmaceuticals begin to act within the first minute after use.

Effects of aerosols and sprays:

reduction of inflammation of the mucous membrane;
slowing down the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria and viruses;
reduction of pain.

But such remedies do not last long. It is necessary to use them regularly on a clean throat.

Algorithm for performing a home procedure

Preparatory measures:

do not gargle, do not exercise, eat a maximum of 60 minutes before inhalation;
check body temperature using a mercury or electronic thermometer;
wear light clothes that are not scary to sweat;
Do not touch cigarettes during the entire course of treatment.

“Smoking tobacco can reduce the effect of the medication and increase inflammation in the larynx.”

assemble the device according to the assembly rules;
inspect the inhalation nozzles for tightness and cleanliness;
add the solution to the beaker according to the dosage;
cooled medicine must be heated to 20 degrees Celsius;
prepare a towel. It should not contain synthetic fibers. Make sure it's fresh.

Precautions during therapy:

the device must be placed on the table, the patient sits in front of it and breathes for no more than ten minutes;
talking is prohibited;
You need to breathe through your mouth according to the following scheme: take a deep breath - hold for a couple of seconds - exhale;
if you have a runny nose, periodically inhale through your nose;
If you experience headaches or lack of focus, complete the procedure ahead of schedule. Rest 10 minutes and repeat. If discomfort returns, then postpone the course until you consult a therapist.

What to do after finishing:

wet your face with a towel;
refrain from socializing, eating, drinking and cigarettes for an hour;
stay at home for at least 30 minutes;
Disinfect all attachments by washing them with laundry soap or a disinfectant solution. In summer you can dry it on the balcony. Finally, place the device with all its components in the original box.

Rules for inhalation

As soon as the patient decides to inhale with a nebulizer for a sore throat at home, it is necessary to read the instructions. Experts say that an hour and a half before performing the manipulations, you should stop gargling, heavy physical activity and eating food. It is mandatory to take your temperature. If it is above 38 degrees, then it is better to refuse inhalations.

After this, the device is assembled. After installation, you need to check the presence of solution in the container. The solution is prepared according to the doctor's instructions and its volume should not exceed four milliliters. A facial towel should be placed near the device.

The duration of one procedure usually ranges from five to ten minutes. During manipulations, you cannot talk or be distracted. A mask is applied to the patient's mouth and nasal cavity. When operating the device, you need to take deep breaths.

If inhalations from the throat lead to the development of dizziness, then you should stop the procedure for a while and take a break. If, after repeated manipulations, the patient continues to experience discomfort, then it is worth consulting with a doctor. Perhaps the solutions have a larger dosage.

Recipes for inhalation at home without a nebulizer

If you do not have an inhaler, you should not refuse this type of treatment. It’s not for nothing that the method of inhaling warm and hot steam has been passed down from generation to generation.

What should be done:

It is necessary to pour running water or a prepared solution into the kettle, in a volume of no more than a liter, and place it on the stove over high heat. If it is electric, press the switch.
After the water boils, then wait until it cools down. This will take 10 minutes.
Take a piece of paper and roll it into a tube, attach it to the spout and start inhalation. An alternative option could be a funnel.

"Inhalations without a nebulizer are contraindicated for preschool children due to the high risk of severe burns"

The duration of breathing over steam stretches from five to fifteen minutes.

8 proven recipes for treating a throat:

The most effective remedy is baking soda. To do this, you will need four tablespoons of sodium bicarbonate diluted in one liter of water.
Onions and garlic relieve the larynx from the proliferation of microbes. Take a whole onion turnip and 4 cloves of garlic, crush it in a mortar until it becomes mushy and add it to the hot liquid.
The power of the taiga comes to the rescue. A quarter cup of pine, fir and juniper needles is heated in a water bath for 15 minutes, previously diluted with water.
Mixed forest also has effective helpers. 2 tablespoons of a mixture of birch leaves, oak bark and chamomile flowers are subjected to the same heat treatment as taiga friends.
For lovers of exotic things. 30 grams of crushed eucalyptus leaves are dipped in 0.5 liters of boiled water, then reheated on the stove in low mode.
The raspberry berry beckoned to go to the forest, but ended up in inhalation. 3 glasses of water are poured into the kettle and heated for ten minutes, then leaves and dried fruits are added and cooked in a water bath. At the end, you can add a drop of orange essential essence.
30 ml. propolis is diluted in half a liter of boiled water. If possible, it can be combined with honey.
Antoshka, Antoshka, prepare a spoon for dinner. More precisely, the throat. Boil the potatoes until soft, mash with a mortar or fork, cover with a thick blanket and inhale. Avoid eating during the procedure.

Benefits of inhalation for sore throat

Nowadays, a method such as the use of inhalation using a nebulizer is becoming increasingly popular. This device is a device that, when turned on, releases a cloud. It is saturated with vapors of medicines and solutions that are added to the device.

You can use a nebulizer for a sore throat even at high temperatures. Such procedures are prescribed to women at the stage of pregnancy and breastfeeding, newborns, infants and preschool children.

Based on this, we can highlight some advantages of using an inhaler at home. These include:

reducing swelling of the mucous membrane of the throat and its hydration;
relief of the general condition of the body;
elimination of the inflammatory process;
having a positive effect on the immune system;
relieving pain and sore throat;
contact of medicinal solutions directly on the affected area;
improvement of respiratory function;
rapid regeneration of the mucous membrane.

The main advantage of this treatment of the throat at home is that you can breathe in vapors during night sleep. But it is necessary to note the fact that the result of therapeutic measures will only be if there is a complex effect on the affected areas.

Features of inhalation treatment

Treatment of adults and children has different components.

In children

Children learn new subjects through play. When buying a nebulizer, be sure to take a closer look at inhalers in the shape of a train or cartoon characters. Multi-colored masks and mouthpieces will be a great bonus. This will arouse curiosity in children and a great desire to perform inhalation.

Features of the procedure for children:

inhalation should take no more than five minutes;
During treatment, an adult needs to monitor the child’s activity. If treated negligently, he may get burned or injured by the nozzles;
After the procedure, provide peace and quiet; there is no need to ventilate the room and let it go outside immediately.

In adults

Adults who have ligament pain are prescribed the use of several remedies to combat the disease, which is why it is perceived as an additional way to treat. In such cases, you can add some of the medicine to the nebulizer to facilitate the body's functioning.

Contraindications

Carrying out inhalations for a red throat is useful, but do not forget about situations when they are not worth doing. They are not used for the following diseases:

bacterial pneumonia and blood coming out when coughing;
the appearance of air cavities in the respiratory organs;
severe myocardial malfunction;
uneven heart rhythms;
individual intolerance to the drug;
patient's forehead is hot;
nosebleed;
release of pus from the respiratory tract.

Indications for inhalation methods

The nebulizer is a new generation device that makes it possible to be treated without much effort. It does not cause pain or discomfort to the patient.

Inhalations for sore throat are indicated for:

infections of viral origin in the form of pharyngitis, flu, colds and measles;
infections of bacterial origin in the form of tonsillitis, tonsillitis, diphtheria;
fungal infections;
development of allergic manifestations;
insufficient moisture in the mucous membranes of the nasal passages and larynx;
irritation of the respiratory tract by chemical components;
irritation of the mucous membrane of the throat due to severe cough in the form of bronchitis, tuberculosis, bronchitis, pneumonia.

Inhalations for the throat can be carried out not only for treatment, but also for preventive measures for:

viral infections during the period of exacerbation;
chronic diseases;
professional loading of ligaments.

Although this treatment method is effective and safe, it has a number of limitations such as:

the presence of high temperatures that exceed values above 38 degrees;
bullous emphysema;
pneumothorax;
pulmonary bleeding;
cardiac arrhythmia;
severe forms of heart and vascular failure;
history of a heart attack or stroke.

Before performing these manipulations, you must familiarize yourself with the contraindications. This will avoid adverse consequences.

Summarizing

Before treating your throat with the inhalation method, you should find out in which cases it is life-saving and for whom it is detrimental, and be sure to be examined by a doctor who can give an accurate recommendation on the choice of components and timing of therapy. But if you have received approval for this procedure, then apply it systematically. In this case, your larynx will quickly get rid of redness, swelling and soreness.

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