Every move of a baby is a matter of concern for parents, especially for infants. Parents must take good care of them carefully, especially newborns. However, there is also a result of digging nasal mucus for babies, which is bleeding from the nasal cavity and damage to the nasal mucosa. Parents are also worried. So, what should we do if we dig nasal mucus for babies and they bleed?
What should I do if my baby's nose bleeds while picking up nasal mucus
Firstly, it is necessary to stop bleeding in the baby's nasal cavity. However, the degree of bleeding in the baby's nasal cavity should be checked first. If there is a small amount of bleeding, it will stop on its own. If there is a large amount, it can be plugged with toilet paper.
2. After bleeding, you can clean your face with clean water.
3. Some children may experience nasal bleeding due to injury to the nasal mucosa, so it is necessary to apply some ointment.
How to dig nasal mucus for babies
If you are breastfeeding, then squeeze 1-2 drops of breast milk into the baby's nostrils and rub them with your hands from time to time. If the baby's nose itches, they will sneeze, and nasal discharge will run out. Alternatively, a drop of sesame oil is also acceptable.
2. If the baby's nasal discharge is hard, drop a few drops of sesame oil into the nose before cleaning it, lubricate it as much as possible to prevent the nasal discharge from sticking to the nasal hair, and avoid pulling out the baby's nasal hair when picking up the nasal discharge, which may cause pain.
3. You can also use a hot towel (not too hot) to apply to your baby's nose, using the heat to soften their nasal discharge. Repeat the hot compress several times, and then clean it up more easily without hurting your baby.
The nasal cavity of a baby is different from that of an adult. The nasal mucosa of a baby is very thin, and if accidentally removed, it may lead to nasal bleeding. Another problem is that the nasal cavity of a child is more fragile than that of an adult, especially with abundant blood vessels. Therefore, parents must choose other methods to remove nasal mucus from their child.
