▲Recurrent symptoms of nasal congestion and coughing may not necessarily be a cold, but may be caused by allergies.
[Rhinal sensitivity/allergic rhinitis/tracheal sensitivity/allergy/cold/nasal congestion/cough]Nasal sensitivity and tracheal sensitivity are common allergies in children. 3-year-old Yu had symptoms of nasal congestion and cough earlier this year. He took the cold medicine prescribed by his family doctor but did not get better. After a final examination at the hospital, it was confirmed that he had nasal and tracheal allergies. Dr. Han Jinlun, a pediatrician at Zhongda Hospital, pointed out that the symptoms of allergies are similar to those of a cold and can easily be confused. Parents are reminded to have their children diagnosed and treated as early as possible to avoid developing into more serious chronic diseases.
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Allergy symptoms are similar to colds
Child Yu has been suffering from cold and cold symptoms frequently since he was 1 and a half years old. After going to school, his contact with other children increased, and the number of illnesses became more frequent. Earlier, she had been suffering from cough, nasal congestion, and yellow runny nose for about a month. Dad Yu took her to see the family doctor several times, but there was no improvement after taking medicine. Finally, he decided to take his daughter to the National University Hospital for treatment.
After examination, the child was diagnosed with a bacterial infection and required antibiotic treatment. It was also discovered that his recurring cold symptoms were caused by nasal and tracheal allergies.
Proper use of steroids without side effects
Paediatrician Dr. Han Jinlun pointed out that to deal with nasal and tracheal allergies in children, nasal spray or inhaled steroids with anti-inflammatory and conditioning effects are generally used. Many parents are wary of steroids. He emphasized that the dosage of nasal spray or inhaled steroids is low and can be used once or twice a day instead of excessive use. It can effectively reduce symptoms and has almost zero side effects.
However, these steroids require long-term use to achieve significant therapeutic effects. After receiving drug treatment, the symptoms of nasal and tracheal allergies of the child also improved.
▲Children Yu and Mr. Yu. (Photo by Yue Linglong)
4 points to differentiate between allergies and colds
The symptoms of allergies and colds are similar, and parents are easily confused. Dr. Han said that they can be distinguished by four points. First, colds are often accompanied by fever, but allergies usually are not. In addition, if symptoms such as coughing, asthma, and nasal congestion persist for more than 2 to 3 months, and if there are congenital factors, that is, family members are prone to allergies, and are affected by environmental factors, such as weather changes, it is necessary to consider allergies. .
Tips to prevent allergy attacks
Dr. Han reminds us not to underestimate nasal sensitivity and tracheal sensitivity. Serious allergies may develop into sinusitis and tracheal inflammation, affecting children’s daily life.
He also mentioned that the best way to prevent allergy attacks is to avoid or reduce exposure to allergens, such as animal dander, food, dust mites, etc. In daily life, parents can be diligent in cleaning their homes, such as wiping away dust from furniture with a damp cloth every day, to reduce the chance of dust mites breeding. At the same time, parents should pay more attention to their children’s condition. Once allergies occur, they should follow the doctor’s advice and treat them with medication in a timely manner.
▲ Han Jinlun, a pediatrician at the Chinese University of Hong Kong Hospital. (Photo by Yue Linglong)
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Reporter: Shen Peishan
2024-01-30 10:59:00
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