A 3-month-old child is ill, runny nose, cough, what to treat?

If more than a month

If rhinitis bothers you for a month, 2 months or more, then this is already a reason to question why and worry. But don’t panic and start self-therapy. In this case, it is important to consult a doctor so that he can re-clarify the diagnosis. Very often, the reason for such prolonged rhinitis is its transition to the chronic stage. In this case, the doctor can diagnose vasomotor and allergic rhinitis.

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Vasomotor syndrome

The most common cause of this disease is the frequent use of vasoconstrictor drops. Vasomotor rhinitis is the most common form of chronic rhinitis. It occurs due to a strong reaction of the blood capillaries of the nasal mucosa. It is also called neurovascular rhinitis.

The main manifestations of vasomotor rhinitis include:

mucous discharge and nasal passages when changing from heat to cold;
nasal congestion during nervous tension;
stagnation of mucus in the throat;
poor sleep;
headaches.

This form of runny nose is characterized by alternating congestion of the nostrils. This is especially true when lying down. In addition to dependence on medications, there are a number of factors that cause vasomotor runny nose:

environmental factors that irritate the nasal mucosa - dust, smoke;
dependence on weather conditions;
emotional stress;
hormonal disbalance;
poor nutrition.

You can read about treatment during pregnancy in the 3rd trimester in this article.

If you plan the treatment correctly and start it on time, then it is possible to eliminate a chronic runny nose at any stage. In this matter, it is very important to be persistent and strictly follow all the doctor’s recommendations.

Allergic

If you are actively engaged in treatment, then the runny nose does not go away, then the cause is an allergy. To make sure of this, the doctor will order a blood test. If the doctor’s fears are confirmed, then you will then take tests for the allergen. Most often, the cause of allergies lies in the following:

pet fur;
certain foods;
house dust;
household chemicals;
Poplar fluff;
tobacco smoke;
the smell of cosmetics;
pollen.

What to do when a child has watery eyes and a runny nose can be found in the material provided.

Symptoms of seasonal rhinitis are as follows:

frequent discharge from the nasal passages;
redness and tearing from the eyes;
nasal congestion;
frequent sneezing.

What folk remedies there are for a runny nose and congestion are listed here.

Why doesn’t my child’s cough and snot go away?

Normally, a cold and its manifestations disappear within 7-14 days. If symptoms persist after 2 weeks, you need to look for the reasons for this. Let's look at the main ones.

Incorrect treatment. Most often, a child’s cough and runny nose do not go away due to inadequate therapy. Some mothers consider colds to be a trivial illness. They give the children herbal decoctions and feed them citrus fruits. This treatment tactic helps fight the symptoms, but does not affect the cause of ARVI. Often you cannot defeat viruses with folk recipes. Antiviral drugs are much more effective in combating them.
Attachment of a bacterial infection. Few people think that after a long runny nose there can be complications. Green mucus and pus in nasal discharge may be symptoms of bacterial rhinitis or sinusitis in a child. In addition to a runny nose, diseases are accompanied by a cough, because phlegm irritates the throat. The protective reflex is aimed at clearing the airways.
Repeated case of ARVI. If a child's runny nose does not go away for a long time, the cold may have developed again. Secondary infection is common among kindergarteners and schoolchildren. Guys often come to classes with a runny nose or cough. After an acute respiratory viral infection, the child’s immunity is weakened, so it is easier for viruses to break through the defenses. As a result, the disease begins again.

Prolonged rhinitis after ARVI

With this disease, it is very important to prevent the mucus from drying out and crusts forming. Otherwise, the person will breathe through the mouth. From time to time, the nasal passages need to be cleaned and the air humidity in the room monitored.

You should not use vasoconstrictor drugs for such rhinitis, as they only temporarily relieve swelling and nasal congestion. If you use them for a long time, you can develop a chronic runny nose. It is advisable to use such medications to prevent sinusitis, but the therapeutic course should not exceed 7 days.

You can read about the symptoms and treatment of allergic cough in a child at this link.

To eliminate this runny nose, it is worth using antihistamines - Suprastin and Diazolin. Doctors often include homeopathic medicines in the treatment regimen, which have no side effects. Edas-131 is considered the most popular medicine.

The price of the drug varies from 105 to 180 rubles.

Long lasting and thick

In the treatment of chronic rhinitis in adults, vasoconstrictor drops and sprays are used. Then it will be possible to restore normal nasal breathing. You can use Vibrocil, Glazolin, Xylene. But don’t get too carried away with them, otherwise it will become addictive. To thin the mucus, your doctor may prescribe Rinofluimucil.

The procedure of rinsing the nose is very effective. To do this, you should use Aquamaris and Dolphin salt solutions. Thanks to them, it is possible to thin out thick mucus and easily remove it from the nasal passages during the process of blowing your nose.

You can purchase a saline solution at a pharmacy or prepare it yourself. Take a dessert spoon of sea salt and dissolve it in 500 ml of boiled water. If there is no sea salt, you can use table salt. The cooking process is similar to the previous option. Perform the washing procedure at least 4 times throughout the day.

For a prolonged, thick runny nose, it is very important to use local antibacterial drops - Polydex, Bioparox, Isofra. When rhinitis is accompanied by complications, the doctor prescribes antibiotics.

Traditional treatment

To achieve maximum effect, you can combine traditional medicine methods with folk methods. Such measures allow you to achieve a speedy recovery and prevent the formation of complications.

The following recipes for folk treatment of a thick runny nose are considered the most popular:

Rinse the nose with a solution of aloe, onion, and Kalanchoe juice.
Steam inhalations using boiled potatoes and medicinal herbs. Treatment should be carried out 3 times a day. Inhalations must be performed carefully to avoid burns to the respiratory tract.
Soaring legs. To carry out the procedure, you should fill a basin with hot water to a level so that it covers your shins. Sit like this for about 15 minutes, and then put on warm socks in which mustard will be poured.
Drip your nose with a remedy obtained from the herb yarrow and oregano flowers. To prepare the drops, take a tablespoon of herbs, add 250 ml of boiling water, wait half an hour. Juice, strain and bury your nose.

How to cure a runny nose and cough in a 3-month-old child?

Urgently. Temperature and screams. Sick for the first time.

How do you treat your children during the virus?

Comments

You need to see a doctor, he listened, heard wheezing, sent him for an x-ray, and that’s how he made the diagnosis

Ekaterina, what mineral water do you use for inhalation? and how many ml?

Thank you, we’ve almost recovered)) I’m looking forward to the future))

It was at your age that you got sick for the first time, and there was a similar picture with your nose. Humer for babies, it's a spray, helped. After it, use an aspirator and everything is fine) Is it really possible to give Lisobakt to such little ones?

Prolonged rhinitis during pregnancy

While pregnant, a woman, in addition to the usual rhinitis caused by a cold or allergy, may experience a runny nose during pregnancy for a long time. It refers to a type of vasomotor rhinitis, which occurs due to hormonal changes. As a result, swelling of the nasal mucosa occurs.

It is not advisable to use traditional medicine in this case due to their ineffectiveness. But no one forbids their use, since each person’s body has its own characteristics.

To treat prolonged runny nose in pregnant women, it is worth using local thermal manipulations. To warm your sinuses, you should use a bag of sand or salt. A blue lamp is very suitable for such procedures. Inhalation with menthol oil helps to ease breathing. You need to perform 3-4 such manipulations a day.

You can find out how to treat a newborn by reading the proposed article.

Pregnant women can use vasoconstrictor nasal drops, but only after they have been approved by their doctor. Use Vibrocil, Nazivin according to the dosage for children. But drip your nose only in case of severe congestion and discomfort. Treatment with vasoconstrictor drops during pregnancy should not last longer than two to three days. Otherwise, you can harm the health of the baby and mother.

The most effective procedure in treating a runny nose in expectant mothers is rinsing. Use ready-made salt solutions Marimer, Aquamoris. Washing with decoctions of medicinal herbs (chamomile, sage) has a very positive effect. Rinse 2-3 times a day.

How to cure a runny nose and cough in a 3-month-old child?

Urgently. Temperature and screams. Sick for the first time.

How do you treat your children during the virus?

Comments

You need to see a doctor, he listened, heard wheezing, sent him for an x-ray, and that’s how he made the diagnosis

Ekaterina, what mineral water do you use for inhalation? and how many ml?

Thank you, we’ve almost recovered)) I’m looking forward to the future))

What to do if a child’s runny nose and cough do not go away for a long time? Stanislav, Moscow

Good afternoon, Stanislav. There are several causes of morning runny nose and night sneezing. First of all, a similar situation occurs when the air in the room is too dry. Therefore, it is necessary to monitor the humidity in the room and keep it within 40-70% at a temperature of 21-23 degrees. Both of these indicators are normal for you, which means the cause of the problem may be hidden in the presence of allergic rhinitis. It does not pose a threat to the baby’s life, but can significantly reduce the body’s defenses.

The cause of this disease in a child is the effect of household allergens on the mucous membranes of the nose. This can be dust, washing powder, small particles of synthetic fabrics or cotton, down and feathers of pillows, dyes, fragrances, animal hair, and so on.