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Nose close of kid
My baby Nose gets closer daily. After using Nasal Drop she will be fine.
Female
5year
13.5kg( pre mature )
Let me know what to do.
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In case of child, you should consult A Paediatrician!
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please consult pediatrician
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Right way to open baby's nose block.
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Your 5-year-old daughter (13.5 kg, born premature) having a nose that “gets blocked/closer” every day, but opens up after nasal drops, is a very common pattern in children this age.
Most likely causes (in order of probability):
1. Allergic rhinitis (most common) — dust mites, pollen, cold air, or indoor allergens cause daily congestion. Nasal drops give temporary relief → symptoms return when effect wears off.
2. Adenoid hypertrophy (very frequent in 3–7-year age group) — enlarged adenoids block the back of the nose → chronic mouth breathing, blocked nose, snoring, sometimes ear issues.
3. Chronic sinusitis or post-nasal drip from repeated viral colds
4. Rebound congestion (rhinitis medicamentosa) — if using medicated nasal drops (Otrivin, Nasivion, etc.) for more than 3–5 days continuously, the nose becomes dependent on drops and stays blocked without them.
Since this happens daily and responds only to drops, it is not just a simple cold — it needs proper evaluation to find the root cause and stop the daily cycle.
Next Steps
1. Stop medicated nasal drops immediately (if she is using Otrivin/Nasivion/Xyloflo type) — continue only plain saline nasal drops (Otrivin-S, Nasoclear, Saline nasal spray) 4–6 times a day.
• Medicated drops cause rebound blockage if used >5–7 days.
2. See a Pediatric ENT specialist (or good pediatrician) within the next 3–7 days — do not delay longer.
• They will likely:
• Examine nose/throat with endoscope (small camera)
• Check adenoids size (X-ray soft tissue neck or nasal endoscopy)
• Do allergy testing (skin prick or blood IgE) if allergy suspected
• Possibly do hearing test (tympanometry) if ear complaints
3. Do NOT continue medicated drops long-term — it worsens the problem over months.
Health Tips
• Use plain saline nasal drops/spray (non-medicated) — 2–3 drops each nostril, 4–6 times a day + before sleep.
• Steam inhalation (with plain water) 10 min, 2 times a day — loosens mucus.
• Elevate head while sleeping (extra pillow under mattress or head end of bed).
• Allergy control (very important if allergic rhinitis):
• Wash bedsheets/pillow covers weekly in hot water
• Use dust-mite-proof pillow/mattress cover
• Avoid soft toys, carpets, heavy curtains in bedroom
• Keep windows closed during high pollen/dust time
• Give plenty of water + fruits (vitamin C helps)
• Avoid cold drinks, ice creams, curd at night (increases mucus in many children)
Most children with daily nasal blockage improve significantly once the cause (allergy or adenoids) is identified and treated — usually with:
• Saline + antihistamine nasal spray (doctor-prescribed, e.g., Fluticasone/Mometasone)
• Or adenoid medicine / surgery if adenoids are very large
Please take her to a Pediatric ENT soon — they see this daily and can make her nose free without depending on drops.
If you share her exact symptoms (snoring? mouth breathing? ear pain? how long daily blockage lasts?), or what nasal drop brand she is using, I can guide more specifically.
Take care of her — she’ll breathe much better soon
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Please consult a child specialist physically.
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Do NOT use medicated nasal drops daily or long-term. Saline drops are safe and should be your first choice.Repeated nose blockage is often due to allergic rhinitis, recurrent colds, or adenoid enlargement.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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