How to treat wheezing effectively
Although on many occasions it is not a sign or symptom of severe respiratory disease, it can be very worrying for many moms or dads. Knowing how to treat wheezing, and what to do, helps a lot.
The wheeze, and the like cough, become two common symptoms of childhood illness, and usually do not have to be a sign that the child has a serious condition, although it may sound certainly terrible when We listen, especially if it's the first time.
The cough is an absolutely normal, and perfectly healthy, reflex that helps clear the airways in the throat and chest (for example, in the presence of mucus or some foreign element or substance). Whereas wheezing occurs when the airways become inflamed, strained, or blocked, causing the child's breathing - or adult's - to sound like a squeak or whistle.
And what are the most common causes of wheezing in children? They mainly include cold, allergies, and asthma. On the other hand, bronchiolitis may be a common cause of wheezing, especially in newborns or small babies. They can also arise as a result of other related diseases and conditions, such as whooping cough (which can be prevented by proper vaccination), or pneumonia.
In adults, however, they can also be caused by a more serious condition, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Luckily, although wheezing in the baby's care and the child can be distressing for both the parents and the child, in most cases the symptoms can be relieved and treated at home. Of course, if the symptoms are persistent or we are worried about the child, it is best to seek medical attention.
In general, it is possible to relieve mild cough and wheeze at home, easily and without too many complications. Usually, when wheezing is accompanied by a cough, it is that it tends to disappear in a few days (or in a couple of weeks, at most). However, when the mild cough continues for three weeks or more, it is more repetitive or worse, we should consult the doctor.
1. Try to comfort and calm the little one
If the child has wheezing, it is also possible that he may have a cold or a cold, so the most common is that he is tired and/or upset. Therefore, trying to keep it calm will be helpful.
In fact, having a cough can be very annoying for the child, and if it is also accompanied by a loud whistle, the usual thing is that it also ends up scaring it. On the other hand, breathing may become more difficult when they are upset.
2. Offer frequent drinks
Keeping it well hydrated is essential, and it can be of great help when the little one is congested and has an excess of mucus. If the child is still breastfeeding, a good option is to try to breastfeed him more times (although it may also happen that he does not feel so eager, especially when he is sick).
If the child is a little older, and already drinks other liquids, we could give him to drink smaller amounts of liquids, but more frequently. Water or clear fruit juices can be very helpful.
3. Avoid smoking
Especially if you do it near the child, smoking at home or in the car increases the risk of respiratory problems. Therefore, you should always avoid smoking near the child, or in a room, room, or place where he is often.
4. Avoid antibiotics
Unless the pediatrician or doctor has prescribed the administration of antibiotics, remember that these medications are not useful for viral infections, which are the main causes of colds, the flu, croup or bronchiolitis.
On the other hand, over-the-counter cough medicines are not suitable for infants or young children, without the specific advice of the doctor, as there is some evidence that they may end up causing damage to some children, and even mask the symptoms of more serious diseases or conditions.
When to go to the pediatrician?
The infants breathe only through the nose, so that when placed are in the correct position, or are congested, can emit a sound similar to grinding or breathing a whistle.
As long as they breathe at a normal pace and their chest does not sink in doing so, there is nothing to worry about. However, if the latter occurs, you are breathing rapidly, or wheezing is associated with a certain disease, it is best to see a doctor or pediatrician. (More Info)
The wheeze, and the like cough, become two common symptoms of childhood illness, and usually do not have to be a sign that the child has a serious condition, although it may sound certainly terrible when We listen, especially if it's the first time.
The cough is an absolutely normal, and perfectly healthy, reflex that helps clear the airways in the throat and chest (for example, in the presence of mucus or some foreign element or substance). Whereas wheezing occurs when the airways become inflamed, strained, or blocked, causing the child's breathing - or adult's - to sound like a squeak or whistle.
And what are the most common causes of wheezing in children? They mainly include cold, allergies, and asthma. On the other hand, bronchiolitis may be a common cause of wheezing, especially in newborns or small babies. They can also arise as a result of other related diseases and conditions, such as whooping cough (which can be prevented by proper vaccination), or pneumonia.
In adults, however, they can also be caused by a more serious condition, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Luckily, although wheezing in the baby's care and the child can be distressing for both the parents and the child, in most cases the symptoms can be relieved and treated at home. Of course, if the symptoms are persistent or we are worried about the child, it is best to seek medical attention.
In general, it is possible to relieve mild cough and wheeze at home, easily and without too many complications. Usually, when wheezing is accompanied by a cough, it is that it tends to disappear in a few days (or in a couple of weeks, at most). However, when the mild cough continues for three weeks or more, it is more repetitive or worse, we should consult the doctor.
1. Try to comfort and calm the little one
If the child has wheezing, it is also possible that he may have a cold or a cold, so the most common is that he is tired and/or upset. Therefore, trying to keep it calm will be helpful.
In fact, having a cough can be very annoying for the child, and if it is also accompanied by a loud whistle, the usual thing is that it also ends up scaring it. On the other hand, breathing may become more difficult when they are upset.
2. Offer frequent drinks
Keeping it well hydrated is essential, and it can be of great help when the little one is congested and has an excess of mucus. If the child is still breastfeeding, a good option is to try to breastfeed him more times (although it may also happen that he does not feel so eager, especially when he is sick).
If the child is a little older, and already drinks other liquids, we could give him to drink smaller amounts of liquids, but more frequently. Water or clear fruit juices can be very helpful.
3. Avoid smoking
Especially if you do it near the child, smoking at home or in the car increases the risk of respiratory problems. Therefore, you should always avoid smoking near the child, or in a room, room, or place where he is often.
4. Avoid antibiotics
Unless the pediatrician or doctor has prescribed the administration of antibiotics, remember that these medications are not useful for viral infections, which are the main causes of colds, the flu, croup or bronchiolitis.
On the other hand, over-the-counter cough medicines are not suitable for infants or young children, without the specific advice of the doctor, as there is some evidence that they may end up causing damage to some children, and even mask the symptoms of more serious diseases or conditions.
When to go to the pediatrician?
The infants breathe only through the nose, so that when placed are in the correct position, or are congested, can emit a sound similar to grinding or breathing a whistle.
As long as they breathe at a normal pace and their chest does not sink in doing so, there is nothing to worry about. However, if the latter occurs, you are breathing rapidly, or wheezing is associated with a certain disease, it is best to see a doctor or pediatrician. (More Info)
