Sometimes, some unintentional behaviors of babies can catch our attention, such as picking their nose, ears, crying, and so on. Picking the nose often gives us an unsanitary feeling. So, what's wrong with a three-year-old baby always picking their nose? What should I do if my baby picks their nose? Let's take a look together and learn.
Why does a three-year-old baby always pick their nose
A three-year-old baby always picks their nose, partly due to habitual issues. Mainly on the other hand, we need to consider whether there is any discomfort in the nose. Rhinitis cannot be ruled out. It is best to go to the hospital for examination in this case, hoping that the problem is not significant.
What should I do if my baby picks their nose
Find out the reason for picking your nose. There are many reasons why children pick their noses, some of which are due to dry environments leading to dry nasal cavities; Some are because there is something inside the nose, such as dry nasal mucus; There is also inflammation occurring in the nose, and we need to prescribe targeted medication based on these factors.
Don't blindly help children pick their noses. If the inside of the nose is dry, we can use a wet cotton swab or gauze to wipe it, or drip sesame oil, or use hot water to fumigate it. Taking a hot bath is also acceptable. If there is nasal mucus in the nose, be sure to wet and smooth it out before removing it to avoid damaging the nasal mucosa. It is best to apply some anti-inflammatory ointment to the nasal cavity after removing it.
Improper nose picking can lead to many problems, such as nosebleeds, nasal polyps, or inflammation in the nasal cavity. We often find that in some special seasons, such as autumn, children's noses bleed all the time. Most parents think it's because their children are on fire, but in fact, it's not. Let's first observe their children's noses.
If none of the above are true, can we also consider that it is caused by the child's bad habits. At this point, don't always say things like 'don't pick your nose' to your child, as it will deepen their deep memory of this behavior and make them pick their nose more frequently. How about we unintentionally divert his attention, such as playing a clapping game.
The health of the nose can sometimes affect hearing. The human facial features are interconnected, especially the nose and ears. In clinical practice, it is often found that ear diseases such as otitis media are mostly caused by the nose. So, while paying attention to the nose, we should also pay attention to the child's ears, such as whether there is otitis media or whether hearing is affected.
In summary, the nose and ears are closely related and inseparable. We protect our nose, indirectly protecting our ears. Here, the editor suggests that parents should pay attention to the quality of the air. A baby's poor nose is often related to air quality. Parents need to create a good living environment for their babies.
