Babies have poor resistance and are prone to catching colds and coughing when exposed to cold air. Sometimes, there may be phlegm in the throat and a whistling sound. Having phlegm in the throat can be very uncomfortable. Adults can cough up phlegm vigorously, but babies cannot. How should parents help their babies suck out phlegm from their throats when encountering such situations? Below, the editor will teach you several methods for suctioning phlegm.
How to help babies suck out phlegm
1. If there are symptoms of excessive phlegm, it may cause respiratory distress. Oral medication such as ambroxol can be used for expectorant treatment, and the effect is relatively good. Nebulization therapy can also be used for regulation. By using medication to suction phlegm, the condition can be alleviated.
2. If a baby has phlegm, it may be caused by a serious digestive tract infection. They should go to the hospital for vision examination and treatment in a timely manner. Oral antibiotics can be used to alleviate the condition. If there is phlegm in the throat, instruments can also be used to suck it out.
3. There are many methods for suctioning phlegm for infants, usually using sterile gloves and gently inserting the suction tube directly into the airway. If using instruments for conditioning, suctioning phlegm can be done slowly, which is also a common method. It is best to adjust it under the advice of a doctor.
Attention:
Patients with excessive phlegm in infants can have a significant impact and are also a serious disease. Therefore, oral medication should be used to reduce phlegm, and the treatment effect is relatively good. Pay attention to rest and drink more warm water to avoid excessive phlegm production.
How to prevent babies from having phlegm
1. Encourage children to participate in outdoor activities and ensure two hours of activity time every day. This will enhance their resistance to cold air.
2. Babies under six months old should rely on breast milk as their main diet and try to minimize the consumption of formula or starchy foods. When a child reaches four months old, parents can give them some complementary foods to prevent them from developing rickets or anemia.
3. Develop good home habits by frequently opening windows for ventilation to ensure fresh air.
The above are the methods on how to help babies suction phlegm. I believe parents have gained some understanding. If there is phlegm in the baby's throat, it must be treated in a timely manner, otherwise it may affect the baby's respiratory tract. After expectoration, it is also necessary to give the child plenty of water. It is even more important to pay attention to keeping the baby warm when the weather turns cold, so as to avoid getting sick.
