1. What is allergic rhinitis in children?
Children\’s allergic rhinitis is a common allergic disease, which usually presents with symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and sneezing, which seriously affects the child\’s quality of life. The disease is mainly caused by allergens such as pollen and dust mites in the air, and may also be related to family inheritance.
2. Symptoms of allergic rhinitis in children
1. Nasal congestion: Children will feel that their nose is stuffy and have difficulty breathing.
2. Runny nose: Children will have a large amount of transparent nasal discharge and may even sneeze.
3. Eye discomfort: Children may have red eyes, tearing, etc.
4. Throat discomfort: Children may experience discomfort such as dryness and itchiness in the throat.
3. How to prevent allergic rhinitis in children?
1. Keep the room clean: Clean the room regularly to minimize the growth of dust and bacteria.
2. Avoid contact with allergens: Minimize contact with pollen, dust mites and other allergens.
3. Strengthen exercise: Properly exercise your child\’s body to enhance body immunity.
4. Pay attention to diet: Properly match the diet to ensure balanced nutrition for the child.
4. Treatment of allergic rhinitis in children
1. Drug treatment: Commonly used drugs include antihistamines, nasal sprays, etc.
2. Immunotherapy: For severe allergic rhinitis, immunotherapy can be used to reduce allergic reactions.
3. Surgical treatment: For some special cases, such as nasal polyps, enlarged turbinates, etc., surgical treatment is required.
5. How should parents help their children cope with childhood allergic rhinitis?
1. Seek medical attention regularly: Seek medical attention promptly and follow the doctor’s recommendations for treatment.
2. Help children stay clean: Clean the room regularly and give children baths to reduce exposure to allergens.
3. Pay attention to your child’s diet: Properly match your diet to enhance your child’s body immunity.
4. Provide psychological support to children: help children adjust their mentality and reduce the impact of symptoms on their lives.
6. Conclusion
Although allergic rhinitis in children is not a serious disease, it can have a great impact on the child\’s quality of life. Parents should pay enough attention and take appropriate measures for prevention and treatment. At the same time, we should also give our children enough care and support to help them overcome difficulties.
