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Each of us remembers how, as a child, my mother sat over a saucepan with a fragrant liquid and forced her to breathe from a cough or a runny nose. Now we are treating our children in the same way. But it turns out to do inhalation child is not so easy .. the site) will tell you in this article.The most important thing:
Who should not be inhaled?
And in fact, we are used to the fact that traditional methods of treatment can be used without restrictions. It turns out that there are contraindications to inhalations. If your baby is allergic, then be very careful when choosing a drug for inhalation. Never inhale a child if his body temperature is above thirty-seven and a half degrees. If the baby is prone to nosebleeds, then, most likely, inhalations are contraindicated for him. If a child has complex ailments, accompanied by heart and (or) respiratory failure, then he should not be inhaled. And in general, before starting inhalation, consult a pediatrician.How to give inhalation to a child?
For babies under one year old, inhalation is best done using an inhaler - a nebulizer that does not require the child to breathe through a tube. Try it, make the half-year-old baby breathe from the teapot spout! This is most likely impossible. If the child is already one year old, then such an experiment can be tried. Pour inhalation liquid into a teapot. A cardboard cone is put on the spout of the teapot so that the child breathes through the cone. Place the child on your lap and hold the kettle by yourself. You cannot trust him, even if not a very hot liquid. For babies from one year old, the water temperature should be thirty-five to forty degrees. Never let your child breathe until you try it yourself. Children under five years old should breathe for one to three minutes, for older children, the duration of the procedure can be increased to seven minutes. Inhalation for children of any age is carried out once or twice a day, if there are no other recommendations.What solutions to choose?
The most harmless inhalation allowed for children of any age is inhalation with soda. For five hundred milliliters of water, you should take two teaspoons of baking soda. You can replace the soda solution with any alkaline mineral water. This inhalation will help make a dry cough productive and soften the mucous membranes of the respiratory system.A fairly simple and affordable solution for inhalation for a child is a chamomile solution. Take one tablespoon of dried chamomile flowers, brew with 250 milliliters of boiling water, hold for a couple of half an hour, dilute with another 500 milliliters of boiling water and let cool. Such inhalation can be carried out for any inflammatory processes in the ENT organs, bronchi, and lungs. Chamomile is excellent at relieving inflammation and destroying harmful microbes.
If the baby has bronchitis, then inhalations using alcoholic tinctures of calendula or eucalyptus are very good. These tinctures can be purchased at any pharmacy. When using an inhaler, you should take twenty milliliters of water and add twenty drops of the tincture to it. You can drip the tincture into hot water for steam inhalation. But for such purposes it is preferable to use essential oils, they do not evaporate so quickly.
Be careful!
When inhaling a child, the greatest danger is the dilution of an already cooled solution with new boiling water. At this point, the child may be burnt by steam or spray. Be extremely careful, cover all parts of the baby's body so that hot splashes cannot harm him. And best of all, take care of your child and buy a modern inhaler for him.If your little one has frequent colds, consult a pediatrician. Perhaps he lacks any vitamins or minerals and this undermines his immunity. The use of special dietary supplements (dietary supplements) for children can solve this problem.
Babies suffer from the same diseases as adults, only a small organism reacts to them much more strongly and at the same time requires a delicate, gentle and most effective treatment. With frequent colds, coughs, diseases of the throat, nose, upper and lower respiratory tract, inhalation has a very good therapeutic effect. But kids need to do it very carefully, taking into account certain nuances.
What are the benefits of inhalation treatments for children?
Inhalation, as a means of introducing healing substances into the body, is much preferable to most other methods. Some dosage forms of drugs cannot be applied to babies. For example, it is forbidden to use sprays for colds - they cause swelling of the mucous membrane in the larynx and respiratory tract. The tablets can interfere with the function of the stomach and liver. The body in young children, especially in infants, is very delicate - it is easy to harm it, without even wanting to.
Inhalation helps to gently solve several problems at once.
- Warm steam moisturizes dry surfaces, thinning and removing discharge from a cold, and thus relieving the condition of the child
- With the help of water vapor, medicinal substances are sprayed along the mucous membrane and through it directly into the blood - this makes their action more effective
- Passing through the respiratory tract, steam can get very deep into the lungs, disinfecting them along the way, killing pathogens and clearing mucus
- Any therapy works best when directed directly to the site of the lesion - in our case, the respiratory system.
What can be used for inhalation for a child?
Tools and fixtures
Inhalation can be done with the help of special devices, or you can limit yourself to a kettle with hot water. The choice depends on the disease. Ideally, a doctor should prescribe inhalation and the method of its administration. But in mild cases, with a slight runny nose, you can do it yourself at home. Moreover, modern tools help to make such a procedure without difficulty. And some drugs - the same lazolvan - are available in forms designed specifically for inhalation procedures.
Parents may have at their disposal a modern, convenient and useful device - a nebulizer. Unlike an ordinary glass inhaler, it sprays water into very small particles, making it seem like a fog (that's why it is called “nebula” in Latin - “fog”).
Here is a short video to help you choose the right inhaler.
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The smallest particles of medicinal substances penetrate deep into the body and are well absorbed by the mucous membrane. In addition to nebulizers, there are several other types of inhalers - steam, ultrasonic and compressor. They are "filled" with saline, as the basis for other mixtures or drugs.
What medicinal substances are used for inhalation?
Inhalation can be done using saline and mineral water as a medicine, herbs, a solution of honey and sea salt, as well as medicines, for example, lazolvan. The rest of the substances can be diluted with saline - it serves as the basis for the inhalation liquid.
Inhalation with soda and mineral water very well cleanses the nasopharynx and bronchi from mucus, facilitating its release. Honey perfectly softens and moisturizes the surface of the nasal mucosa, larynx and lungs. Onion and garlic juice is used for tonsillitis, cough, runny nose and various colds. For the treatment of more difficult diseases - bronchitis, pneumonia - lazolvan can be used.
Be careful, many herbal ingredients can cause allergies in babies. And medications should be prescribed by a pediatrician.
For inhalation, collections of medicinal herbs are widely used, they disinfect and alleviate the condition when coughing, ARVI and ARI. Herbs such as chamomile, thyme, sage, oregano, lavender are natural remedies that cannot harm a child. In addition to them, you can use the leaves, buds and needles of trees - pine, linden, oak, birch and others.
You can do inhalation not only with saline. This is a good prevention of colds or help with a mild runny nose. Sea buckthorn and other essential oils or Kalanchoe juice are often added to it.
Using natural seawater instead of a salt solution, you can strengthen the walls of the respiratory tract, restore the mucous membrane and increase its immunity. And, of course, do not forget about the potato steam, which has long been proven to be effective in the treatment of respiratory diseases.
Medicines such as lazolvan can also be added to the inhalation liquid. Since such medicines are very effective, the procedure can be performed once or twice a day, and the duration of each session should not exceed five minutes. Lazolvan is diluted with saline in a 1: 1 ratio, brought to the required temperature and poured into a container for inhalation.
Before using any substance, make sure your baby is not allergic to it. And during the procedure, monitor the child's condition - if he becomes ill, you need to stop it immediately.
How to do inhalation for babies?
If a very small child is ill, inhalation cannot be done as such. Instead, the child can spend some time in a room filled with warm therapeutic steam. Older children can already do this procedure with a nebulizer. If it is not there, it is perfectly acceptable to inhale with a teapot of warm water.
In no case should you pour boiling water into the container. The temperature of the liquid should be no higher than 40 degrees. The kettle is filled with saline solution containing lazolvan, honey, sea salt or other ingredients. After that, a cardboard funnel is put on the neck through which steam will rise. Before starting a session, you need to check the temperature of the steam yourself - if it is comfortable, you can inhale your baby. The maximum duration is about 5-7 minutes, for a longer time it will be difficult for the child to sit out.
Warm water cools down very quickly. In order for the session to have an effect, you need to add liquid of the required temperature to the kettle. And every time, before giving to the child, the quality of steam must be checked for yourself.
You should not eat 1.5-2 hours before the procedure. During treatment, the child should be dressed in loose clothing that does not restrict breathing. When doing inhalation, you need to focus only on it, without being distracted by either reading, talking or watching a video.
The order of inhalation (inhalation through the mouth, exhalation through the nose or vice versa) depends on the nature of the disease. If the nose and its sinuses are affected, breathe through it, calmly, without tension, if possible with a runny nose. If you need to heal the airways and pharynx, inhales are taken through the mouth. After the session, you cannot speak or eat for some time.
When is inhalation prohibited?
There are several conditions under which inhalation will only harm. One of them is high fever. If the baby has it above 37 degrees, inhalation is strictly prohibited. In addition, if the child often has nosebleeds or even has problems with the heart or vascular system, inhalation should also be avoided.
When choosing treatment methods, you should always consult a pediatrician or a specialized specialist. And of course, if the baby is allergic to any component, for example, lazolvan, you should not use it.
Check out the review of inhalers from the famous children's doctor Komarovsky.
Infants are prone to the same diseases as adults. The danger lies in the fact that the child's body reacts to them much more strongly and needs a sparing and safest treatment.
Inhalation is considered one of the effective methods of eliminating the symptoms of colds and ARVI. Science has made great strides today, so you shouldn't force your child to sit under a blanket with boiling water. Inhalation to an infant can be carried out with the help of observing some rules and recommendations.
rendering for use
The nebulizer is a safe inhalation device!
At home, treatment of various pathologies of the respiratory system can be carried out using a device such as a nebulizer. This device converts the drug into an aerosol that is delivered to the child's respiratory tract. Such a device can be used at absolutely any age, including infants.
With the help of a nebulizer, inhalations are carried out for prophylactic purposes against attacks of bronchial asthma. In addition, with the help of such a device, it is possible to facilitate the breathing process, and accelerate the discharge of sputum during various respiratory pathologies.
Inhalation with a nebulizer in comparison with other types of them is considered the safest and most comfortable.
During the operation of the device, a continuous supply of the drug is made, therefore, the need to take deep breaths and exhales is completely eliminated.Another significant advantage of the nebulizer is the fact that it does not use propellants. This means that there are no substances in the device that maintain the necessary pressure for spraying.
In fact, the nebulizer can be used not only in the fight against pathologies, but also for prophylactic purposes to maintain the functioning of the immune system and treat mucosal lesions of fungal origin.
All diseases that can be treated in infants with an inhaler can be roughly divided into several groups:
- Pathologies that are accompanied by seizures and require emergency assistance. In the event that an exacerbation of asthmatic disease occurs or, then it is inhalation that allows the introduction of drugs into the child's body.
- Inflammatory diseases of the respiratory system, which occur in a chronic form. Inhalation is often an effective method of treating pathologies such as and, as well as various types.
- Acute respiratory diseases such as rhinitis, etc.
Thanks to the inhaler, the smallest particles penetrate deeply into the body, which helps them to be quickly absorbed into the mucous membrane. Today, in addition to the nebulizer, you can use other types of inhalers: steam, compressor and ultrasonic.
Features of the procedure
Inhalation at home can be done with saline and mineral water. In addition, various herbal decoctions, a solution of sea salt with honey and medicines give a good effect of treating an infant. Saline serves as the basis for the preparation of inhalation liquid, that is, it can be diluted with other substances.
Inhalation with mineral water and soda gives a good effect in the fight against pathologies of the respiratory system in infants. With their help, it is possible to free the nasopharynx from the accumulation of mucus and accelerate its excretion. Honey has a softening effect on the mucous membranes of the nose, larynx and lungs, and also moisturizes them. For the treatment of such complex pathologies as pneumonia and bronchitis, experts recommend inhalation with a drug such as.
After inhalations with the use of special medicines, it is necessary to consult with a specialist, since the baby may develop a reaction to their components.
At home, inhalations can be carried out with various decoctions, which are prepared on the basis of the following herbs:
- chamomile
- lavender
- oregano
Such herbal decoctions are considered a source of healing properties and are completely harmless to the baby. For the prevention of colds or with a mild runny nose, inhalations can only be done with. In addition, you can add a little sea buckthorn oil or juice to it.
Inhalation with eucalyptus has an anti-inflammatory effect, and 10 drops of tincture are diluted to prepare a solution in 200 ml of saline. To achieve the destruction of pathogenic bacteria, and to eliminate inflammation of the organs of the ENT system, it is possible with the help of a solution of chamomile. For its preparation, 10 grams of dry branches of the plant are poured with a glass of boiling water and kept for 30 minutes for a couple. After that, the prepared broth is diluted with 500 ml of boiling water, brought to room temperature and used for inhalation.
Contraindications to the procedure
Despite the fact that inhalations are considered an effective method of dealing with colds in the respiratory system, in some cases they will have to be abandoned.
Experts identify several conditions under which such a procedure can harm an infant:
- One of the contraindications for inhalation is high body temperature. In the event that the body temperature of the baby is above 37 degrees, then the treatment will have to be postponed for some time.
- In addition, it is not uncommon for young children to develop or diagnose disorders of the cardiovascular system. In such a situation, parents will also have to refuse to carry out inhalations.
- Contraindication to inhalation in infants is acute pneumonia, pulmonary edema, the presence of a purulent process, tonsillitis, etc.
- It is not recommended to carry out steam inhalations for babies under one year old, and before starting such treatment, you should consult a specialist.
More information about inhalation with a nebulizer can be found in the video:
In order for inhalations to have a positive effect, the following rules must be observed:
- it is necessary to carry out the procedure an hour after eating
- the temperature of the prepared mixture for infants should not exceed 30 degrees
- the duration of inhalation should not exceed 3 minutes
- after the procedure, you should limit food intake, physical activity of the baby and conversations with him
- it is important to constantly monitor body temperature
When inhaling with a nebulizer, make sure that the mask fits snugly against the child's face. This need is due to the fact that only with this position of the mask will the baby take a full breath, and not superficial. Experts recommend inhalation for infants while they sleep.
Until recently, the word "inhalation" was associated with inhalation of fumes from boiled potatoes. Now I know that this term hides not only traditional methods of treating respiratory diseases, but also the targeted use of special-purpose drugs.
Theory
It would seem, why are these inhalations needed if there is a huge amount of all kinds of tablets, syrups, suspensions and lozenges? Let's remember the school course on anatomy: how does, for example, cough syrup work?
During inhalation, the drug enters the respiratory tract directly, without an intermediary, the gastrointestinal tract. Moreover, drugs for inhalation and the size of inhaled particles contribute to the fact that the active substances are absorbed into the mucous membrane almost instantly, therefore, the effect occurs faster.
How old should you start?
If we are talking about the use of medical equipment - nebulizers, then their use can be started practically from the birth of a child... For such cases, the kit usually contains a special attachment (mask) for babies.
Of course, it is necessary to carry out inhalations only as directed and under the supervision of a physician. Usually, antibiotics or antiseptics are used in this way for acute diseases of the respiratory system, when it comes to urgent treatment.
For babies, you can also use inhalation with saline or mineral water. The effect in this case is similar to rinsing the nose with saline - humidification mucous membrane, the rise resistance to viral diseases.
It is very important to remember that the younger the child is, the more caution should be used in inhalation. expectorant drugs.
The fact is that it is very difficult for children up to two years old to cough up phlegm, and inhalations contribute to its liquefaction and discharge. Therefore, in no case should these procedures be done immediately before bedtime.
What can be treated
Obviously, with the help of inhalation, the respiratory tract is treated. The life of an asthmatic child is practically impossible without an inhaler. Also, some pediatricians recommend doing these procedures and for preventive purposes: before and after visiting kindergarten.
In most cases, inhalation is used to treat cough(dry and wet), swelling and profuse discharge from the nasal cavity. According to the doctor's prescription, hormonal and antibacterial drugs can be "injected" into the respiratory tract in this way.
conclusions
To be honest, before purchasing a nebulizer, I was sure that this device is difficult to use and not necessary for a child. Now I know for sure that the treatment occurs many times faster and, which is important, more effective with the help of inhalation.
In the following topics, I will share with you information on how to choose a nebulizer and how to use it correctly in everyday life.
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It can be sea salt, mineral water, soda, honey, herbal decoctions (only for steam inhalation).
Inhalations are: steam, warm-humid (solution temperature 30-40 degrees) and cool inhalations (solution temperature does not exceed 30 degrees). The latter became possible with the advent of ultrasonic inhalation devices.
Soda inhalation is the best way to remove phlegm from the bronchi - 2 teaspoons of soda per liter of water. You can also inhale the vapors of the heated mineral water.
A mixture of warm water and onion juice or garlic - for 10 parts of water 1 part of juice helps to cope with tonsillitis.
Anti-inflammatory preparations for inhalation, as a rule, contain crushed pine needles, fir, juniper, dried eucalyptus leaves, chamomile, oak leaves, birch, linden, sage, black currant, lavender. A spoonful of dry sweep is brewed with 1 glass of boiling water and the vapors are inhaled for 10 - 15 minutes.
During the period of acute respiratory viral infections and acute respiratory infections, phytoncides of onions and garlic can be inhaled. True, they are effective in the first 15 minutes after preparation.
You can put an open bottle of eucalyptus or basil oil in the room. These oils are anti-fungal.
Inhalation with honey is useful for the nasopharynx. Honey is diluted with boiled water (40 degrees) in a ratio of 1: 5. For the first few minutes, it is recommended to inhale through the nose and exhale through the mouth, then vice versa.
For colds, brew the herb of thyme, oregano, lavender, coltsfoot, sage, chamomile.
During inhalation, carefully monitor the well-being of the baby, at the slightest sign of malaise or if the child is very anxious, the procedure should be stopped.
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