From the very birth of the baby, parents try to protect him and protect him from various harmful factors and irritants. So that the child does not freeze, we close the windows, and so that he does not get sick, we dress him more carefully. It's a pity, but danger lies in wait for him everywhere, even in the most protected premises. And that danger is dust. Even in the smallest and meager amounts, it can cause an allergic reaction in your baby.
The first signs of dust allergy in children
Unfortunately, most people are not even aware of the existence of such a disease. And it is very difficult to identify it in a child. Mild symptoms include a sore throat and sneezing. These signs appear quite quickly in a baby, when they are in a dusty room. And just as quickly they disappear after leaving it. This is considered a normal reaction of the immune system to an irritant. But the following symptoms may indicate the presence of an allergy to household dust in a child:
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Parents often complain that children have a very itchy rash in the form of hives. During attacks of coughing, a small amount of sputum may be secreted, as in bronchial asthma. Actually, inaction can lead to it. And due to the increase in capillaries, the eyes acquire an unnatural red color.
What Causes Dust Allergies?
Dust is a polyallergenic complex. It contains particles of dead skin, hair, animal hair, fungal spores, and dandruff. But the main "culprit" is a house tick. Their greatest concentration is in upholstered furniture, mattresses, pillows, carpets. They enter the child's body during sleep. The reason is interior items such as:
- Souvenirs;
- Vases;
- Books;
- Curtains.
Very often, dust allergies in children are caused by their toys. On the surface, they seem clean and new enough, but inside there is a huge amount of allergens and mites. An important role is played by the factor of heredity. Often, children whose parents are addicted to smoking are at risk. This significantly reduces the protective functions of the baby's immunity. Also, try not to use deodorants and perfumes in his presence. Do not spray air fresheners.
So, with constant quarrels and screams, a predisposition to allergic diseases in a child occurs at a subconscious level. Therefore, it is forbidden even to speak in raised tones in the presence of a baby. Possible reasons include the following:
- Insufficient air humidity;
- open windows;
- Irregular processing of bed linen;
- Houseplants;
- Low level of immunity of the child.
How to treat a child?
To treat a child from an allergy to household dust, it is necessary to consult a doctor in a timely manner for help. Next, make it a rule to carry out daily wet cleaning, because in order to get rid of the disease, you need to stop the baby's contact with the allergen. Depending on the symptoms, the doctor will prescribe a complex of treatment.
Medical preparations
To relieve the symptoms of an allergy to household dust, you need to take antihistamines. But you need to know which of them are allowed for children, because many have a fairly extensive list of adverse reactions. A drug such as Diphenhydramine has a strong antihistamine effect. May have a sedative effect. The drug must be used in the correct dosage for a certain age of the baby. It should be noted that adverse reactions may also occur: dry skin, drowsiness, headache, constipation.
The antihistamine drug Suprastin is often prescribed for the treatment of children. With its mild manifestations, eliminates any symptoms. Also, like the previous remedy, if the dosages are not observed, it has many side effects:
- Nausea;
- Vomit;
- Diarrhea;
- Violation of the heart rhythm;
- Dizziness;
- Diffusion of attention.
Tavegil is the safest drug for children. It is able to relieve symptoms such as rhinitis, skin rash, dry cough, redness of the eyes. Recommended for any age group. The absence of a sedative effect can boast of Diazolin. It is very easy for children to carry. Recently, no adverse reactions have been observed. Starting from the age of six months, Ketotifen can be used. Well tolerated by children, so you can use it for a long time. A drug such as Claritin is available in the form of tablets and syrup, which allows you to effectively treat the smallest babies.
For mild and acute manifestations of allergic rhinitis in children, nasal preparations are used. Drops and sprays are vasoconstrictive, hormonal, antihistamine and drops for washing the nasal cavity. Despite its danger, children are often prescribed vasoconstrictors. They begin their action in the first minutes. Affecting the vessels, they block the production of histamine. Cleans well and frees the nose from secretions. But because of its strong action, the use of more than five days is prohibited. If this rule is not observed, the child becomes addicted and the situation is even more aggravated. These include: Sanorin for children, Naphthyzin, Koldakt Flu Plus, Vibrocil, Nazol Baby.
Also, very carefully, and only in emergency cases, children are prescribed hormonal drugs. In order to comply with a clear dosage, they are available only in the form of a spray. Due to their hormonal basis, it is forbidden to take them for longer than a week. They have a pronounced antihistamine effect. Contribute to the rapid elimination of mucosal edema. These include:
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For the treatment of children, it is better to use salt-based nasal rinses. In their composition, they contain nothing but sea salt and water. But despite this, they are considered the most effective "liberators" of the nose from secretions. They have an anti-inflammatory effect and contribute to the rapid natural healing of an irritated nasal cavity. Ease your baby's breathing. Used from birth. The most effective are:
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Treatment at home
It will not be difficult to prepare medicines for the baby at home. For you can make an antiseptic infusion. Take two tablespoons of calendula flowers and pour a glass of boiling water over it. Let it brew for several hours, and then let the child drink one spoon several times a day. The following collection will help well:
- Centaury;
- horsetail;
- Chamomile;
- St. John's wort;
- Dog-rose fruit.
Take these ingredients in equal quantities, grind thoroughly and pour a liter of cold water. Let it brew throughout the night. In the morning, heat without boiling. Warm, but not hot, take the solution 70 ml three times a day.
Rinse your baby's nose daily with a solution of baking soda or salt. You can also prepare drops for rhinitis. Take a spoonful of honey and a spoonful of warm water. Drip 4 drops in the morning. They are especially effective in the evening, when the child is going to bed. Honey perfectly liquefies thick sputum and moisturizes the shell. Many houseplants can be used for nasal instillation. Try dripping aloe or kalanchoe juice.
It will not be superfluous to use chamomile infusion. Brew chamomile as a weak tea. Let the child drink warm several times a day. You can add a few mint leaves, and honey for taste. Often grandmothers forced us to inhale steam from potatoes. This method still works today. For gargling, use an infusion of sage.
It is advised to take rosehip tea at the first signs of an allergy to household dust in a child. This will help you quickly get rid of it and not bring it to a chronic form or other diseases. It is very important during such periods to establish the work of the nervous system of the baby, as he becomes very irritable. Sleep patterns are often disturbed. To do this, dilute a few drops of valerian in 100 grams of water before going to bed. And, again, chamomile will also come to the rescue. Useful soothing tea made from sage, mint and lemon balm.
Dieting
With any treatment, it is important to follow the right diet. It is known that quite a lot of products have a high coefficient of allergenicity. In the presence of allergies, eating such food aggravates the situation and can bring the child's health to a point of no return. Therefore, at the time of treatment, it is worth abandoning the following of them:
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Be careful when giving potatoes to your child. Before cooking, be sure to soak it in cold water for several hours. Thus, the maximum amount of starch will come out of it, which is a provocateur of food allergies in children. Be sure to exclude the use of corn and semolina. The child should drink only purified water, weak green tea or dried fruit compote. No sweet soda water. It is allowed to use dietary meat such as rabbit, beef and turkey in food. It is best to steam or boil it. A baked rabbit in the oven with vegetables is very useful.
Make vegetable broths more often. On the second, you can eat a variety of cereals on the water and without the addition of meat. Steam meatballs or meatballs are suitable for them. For a change, spoil your little one with baked apples or fruit and vegetable casseroles. Sometimes you can let him drink a glass of kefir. Do not forget about the beneficial properties of cabbage. It is allowed to eat it in any form: fresh, pickled, boiled, broccoli, colored, white cabbage. Prepare salads with cucumber and olive oil from it.
Prevention measures
Of course, the most important thing is to maintain order in the house. It is important to carry out regular wet cleaning. Try not to forget to ventilate the room, even in winter. Keep the mattress on your baby's bed clean. Vacuum it every two days. For these purposes, it is better to purchase a water-based vacuum cleaner. Bed linen should be washed in hot water, always ironed.
Keep curtains and curtains clean - they are the main dust collectors. If possible, get rid of other accumulators of household dust:
- Toys;
- Carpets;
- Feather pillows;
- Covers for furniture.
The best option would be a floor covered with laminate or linoleum. Purchase silicone pillows and blankets for your baby. They are considered the most hypoallergenic. Use humidifiers. If there is a computer or TV in the child's room, immediately remove them from there. From an early age, harden your baby, developing protective reactions of the body. Follow the rules and regulations of personal hygiene. Keep your clothes clean, especially pajamas.
Often, the “culprit” of an allergy in a child is mold. As you know, she loves moisture, and this is a bathroom, kitchen, balcony. Therefore, do not forget to regularly ventilate these rooms. It is unacceptable to find spoiled old products in the refrigerator. Pathogenic fungi mainly multiply on vegetables and bread. Dust houseplants regularly.
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