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A few ways to relieve spring allergy symptoms in children
Before starting treatment for a spring allergy, you need to see a pediatrician to check whether it is the allergy that is causing your child's illness or whether there is another reason for the symptoms. Although there is no effective cure for spring allergies in children, there are some ways you can make little ones feel better. These few tips have proven effective in curbing spring allergy symptoms. Keep your child indoors Staying indoors is one of the best ways to avoid exposure to the allergens. When the pollen count is high in...
A few ways to relieve spring allergy symptoms in children
Before starting treatment for a spring allergy, you need to see a pediatrician to check whether it is the allergy that is causing your child's illness or whether there is another reason for the symptoms. Although there is no effective cure for spring allergies in children, there are some ways you can make little ones feel better.
These few tips have proven effective in curbing spring allergy symptoms.
Keep your child indoors
Staying indoors is one of the best ways to avoid contact with the allergens. If pollen counts are high in the air, try to keep your child indoors. Pollen counts are highest in the morning or early evening or when there is wind.
Salt water treatment
A stuffy nose is one of the most painful symptoms of seasonal allergies. To relieve congestion, you can try saline nasal irrigation. You can either purchase the salt water at the medicine store or make your own by mixing 8 ounces of water with 1 teaspoon of salt.
Let your child drink plenty of water
Continuous sneezing and nose blowing can make your child feel dehydrated. So always have a sipper glass ready to ensure your baby is adequately hydrated.
Steam therapy
It's okay to give the little ones some time in the tub, provided the water is steaming hot. The steam from the water helps relieve allergy symptoms. Just make sure the water isn't hot.
Keep your room cool
Turn on the air conditioning in your home and car to keep pollen out of your room.
Use a humidifier
Your child would breathe much easier if there was some moisture in the air. If you live in an area with a dry climate, consider purchasing a humidifier.
Use a cold compress
If your child suffers from the symptom of itchy eyes, apply a cold compress to the eyes and face. Cold compress is an effective remedy for pain and itching.
Gargle for a sore throat
If the child is suffering from a sore throat, gargling with salt water can help immensely in relieving the pain.
Hot drinks also help
Drinking plenty of fluids helps check allergy symptoms. A ginger lemon honey tea is a refreshing drink that also relieves congestion and colds.
Use petroleum jelly for a sore nose
If your child's nose is raw and sore from sneezing, simply dab some petroleum jelly to get rid of the pain.
Inspired by Juanita Swindell