If a baby in the postpartum period has heavy nasal breathing, it may be caused by excessive secretions in the nasal cavity or by diseases such as colds or allergic rhinitis. At this time, it is best for parents to take the baby to the hospital for examination to determine the cause.
If there is a lot of nasal mucus in the baby’s nose, abnormal sounds may be produced during breathing due to foreign body sensation. If there are no other discomforts, clearing the nasal mucus can usually alleviate the condition. In addition, milk or saliva that flows into the nasal cavity can also cause similar symptoms, just gently clean with a wet cotton cloth and elevate the baby’s head.
Colds, usually caused by viruses, can present symptoms such as coughing, phlegm, and nasal congestion due to nasal mucosal swelling. According to the doctor’s advice, medications such as pediatric compound paracetamol and chlorpheniramine granules can be used for treatment. Allergic rhinitis is a non-infectious inflammation that may be related to genetics or exposure to allergens, presenting with sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, and sometimes eye discomfort. In this case, taking medications such as loratadine syrup as prescribed is helpful.
Acute bronchitis caused by microbial infection presents symptoms including fever, cough, wheezing, and needs treatment with antibiotics such as cefuroxime granules. In addition, rare conditions such as congenital laryngeal cartilage dysplasia or mild cerebral palsy may also lead to heavy nasal breathing. The former may be related to calcium deficiency and can threaten breathing when severe, while the latter involves various motor and behavioral abnormalities. For these conditions, supplementing with vitamin D, sun exposure, and using calcium carbonate granules when necessary is crucial.
The causes of heavy nasal breathing in babies are diverse, and besides the above, they may also involve nasal cavity structure or heart problems. To ensure the baby’s health, it is important to promptly take them to a pediatric otolaryngologist for a professional examination to prevent worsening conditions.
