Everyone knows that spring is the season when the skin is most prone to allergies, which is related to the blooming of flowers in spring. Many pollen can cause symptoms such as redness and itching on the skin. Especially for young children, their skin is very delicate, and any allergic substance can easily cause allergic symptoms in children. So what should we do if children have spring allergies?
How to deal with spring allergies in young children
There is no need to panic excessively when facing allergies. The rehabilitation of children with allergies should focus on the principle of three parts treatment and seven parts nourishment.
During the onset of symptoms, timely use of medication to control the condition, in order to avoid delaying or even worsening the condition. Some allergic diseases, especially eczema, may require doctors to prescribe steroid ointments, which parents often fear. However, there is no need for this. Reasonable use of medication can help children recover as soon as possible.
In addition to medication, parents must identify the source of their children's allergies, such as checking serum IgE, and should not take their children to excessively contaminated areas.
Children who are prone to allergies should first drive away kidney coldness, nourish kidney and warm yang. The first choice is exercise, increase activity, increase qi and blood, promote blood circulation in various parts of the body, and eliminate coldness. Secondly, they can take a bath with mugwort leaves twice a week. They can also tie three green mugwort sticks side by side and smoke around the child's belly button for 10 to 15 minutes each time, one inch away from the skin.
Massage the Yongquan acupoint on the soles of the child's feet once a day, 30 to 50 times each time (by tapping or rubbing) is sufficient. Do not massage too many times to release vitality. Soaking the feet in mugwort leaves has the same effect. Another acupoint is the fontanelle on the top of the head, which is suitable for children under one and a half years old because the fontanelle is not completely closed at this time and is more effective to use.
What to pay attention to for spring allergies in young children
1. Try to maintain fresh air in the living environment, frequently open windows for ventilation, sun dry blankets and clothes, and reduce the growth of mites;
2. Reduce the use of plush toys, carpets, etc. at home, and try not to keep pets with fur as much as possible.
3. Try to avoid going out during pollen rich seasons, and also try to avoid placing plants that produce pollen at home.
4. Go to bed and wake up early, have a reasonable diet, eat less fried and pickled foods, eat less snacks, and eat more vegetables and fruits;
5. Exercise appropriately and drink plenty of water;
6. Bring children closer to nature.
Spring allergies are not only reflected in skin allergies, but some children may also experience serious allergic complications such as difficulty breathing. Therefore, for babies with allergic constitution, it is necessary to pay attention to staying away from the environment of some allergens and do a good job in improving the body's resistance. When allergic symptoms occur, it is also necessary to seek medical attention promptly.
