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Post Nasal Drip- in Tears over This Dilemma
Asked by S.S. from Chicago
on May 9, 2011
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My child has had post nasal drip for the last five years. Now I am in tears because it is so frustrating for her and there is no way to get rid of it, but just "let it...
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- Have you been seeing the same doctor this whole time? I haven't had this issue, but the first thing I would do it get a new doctor. Anything that has gone on this long...
- Please listen to the other moms and get a new Ped. I would try an allergist, possibly an ENT. There are solutions though, poor baby shouldn't suffer for five years. ...
- Take your child to a pediatric allergist. The coughing could be asthma, or just a complication of the post nasal drip, but the complications could become things like b...
Nasal Spray for Kids
Asked by J.D. from Cincinnati
on September 6, 2011
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Is there any nasal spray over the counter that can be used on a daily basis for kids. I think my son has allergies but 2 allergists don't think he does and won't see ...
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- There is saline spray, and there is also that nasal wash that I've heard helps some people a lot. It looks like a teapot and my husband used it when he had some sinus ...
- I would be finding a new doctor! It could be something more serious than just allergies. Sounds more like a sinus infection. Has he been tested to see what, if anyt...
- As others have said, you could use a saline nasal spray. It will help clean out some of the allergens. While not a nasal spray, you can try children's Claritin or Zy...
Anyone Use Neilmed Nasal Rinse?
Asked by J.R. from Saginaw
on May 18, 2008
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Has anyone tried those nasal rinse kits? I have the Neilmed kit (not the little pot). I'm a little leary about irrigating my nose! Spraying water up my nose just makes...
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- My doctor gave me a recipe for nasal irrigation because I had sinus infections at least 3 times every winter. I just use a baby syringe bulb, mix 2 heaping teaspoons ...
- not only do i use it and find it incredibly helpful for seasonal allergies, but i have also convinced my five year old to use the pediatric size one, and it has given ...
- Yes, I used the nasal rinse kit over the weekend. It was GREAT! It's not as bad as it sounds. It just washes the sinuses out. I felt much better after I had done i...
Recommendations for Sinus Rinses for Children
Asked by K.W. from Washington DC
on November 21, 2011
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My 8 y.o. son suffers from post nasal drip. He uses a prescription nasal spray (Flonase), but I'm not seeing much improvement. I use saline spray from time to time and...
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- Hi K. - Have you investigated why he might have the drip? Many young moms see an improvement in asthma, allergies, etc. when they remove all chemicals from home & bod...
- I agree with the Sinus Rinse bottles... if he'll use them. Post nasal drip is usually a symptom of allergies, and that is causing the coughing. I would try some bene...
- My entire family (hubby, myself, 16 yr old daughter) have the Neill Med Sinus rinse and it works wonders for us. An 8 yr old would be able to understand the how to'...
Recommended Cough Medicine for 2 Year Old
Asked by A.H. from Los Angeles
on October 31, 2008
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Hi all,
My daughter has a horrible cough due to nasal drainage. With all the scares going on about giving kids under 6 cough and cold medicine, I'm leery. Is ther...
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- If it is a post-nasal drip causing the cough, you don't need a cough or cold medicine. You need something to dry it up and stop it, then the cough will cease or at le...
- I give my daughters the cough syrup from Hylands. It's homeopathic (made from honey). It is homeopathic and safe for kids. I think the key to nasal congestion is k...
- It sounds like you got amazing advice...my son got colds pretty frequently last yeat, and the only that got him to sleep comfy was pediacare (avoid multi-symptom formu...
I Have Chronic Night Coughing Resulting in a Ton of Cavities!
Asked by T.F. from New York
on July 23, 2009
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For several years I have had a dry cough at night (I do not cough during the day). I take Delsym cough syrup (12 hour) every night (sometimes double the recommended do...
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- Hi T., Your condition sounds similar to what my daughter's condition. It turned out to be a post nasal drip. She used Patanase nasal spray & within less than a week h...
- try two vaporizers in your room.. maybe the mist will help.. and you won't cought a lot.. good luck.. also during the day drink a lot.. so your insides are moist..
- I suggest seeing a naturopath. I had chronic issues after the birth of my first son and between my OB, my MD and my Endocrinologist (thyroid issue just in pregnancy) t...
Pregnant with the Worse Head Cold/ Sinus Infection Ever
Asked by A.G. from Minneapolis
on October 18, 2010
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Hey moms,
Im 32 weeks pregnant and have a really nasty head cold/ sinus infection. My doctor is on vacation, and when I went to the pharmacy this morning, the pharm...
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- NETI POT. they aren't really that gross. you just run warm salt water through your sinuses. it goes in one side of your nose and comes out the other. do it over th...
- I've been sick several times this pregnancy (the joys of having a toddler already!). You can also use regular strength Tylenol for sinus pain and fever - make sure it'...
- Seriously see any doctor and get on antibiotics. I let mine go for 4 weeks and was coughing so much I cracked a rib at 34 weeks! It was very painful and now I can't ...
Looking for Hay Fever/Seasonal Allergy Relief That Is Safe for Pregnancy!
Asked by L.D. from Chicago
on September 1, 2008
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I've had seasonal allergies for as far back as I can remember, but I've never been pregnant during allergy season! This year seems more severe to me as I'm five month...
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- Hi, Here are a few of the things that have helped me: 1) My eye doctor recommended prescription eye drops that are specifically for the burning, itchiness caused...
- Your safety during pregnancy is crucial. I can not recommend any safe drug or over the counter pill, however, I am aware that by increasing your intake of a wide vari...
- Hi: I had this same issue when I was pregnant with my last son 3 years ago. My OB told me to take Claritan. But the best advice you should follow is to call your ...
Homeopathic Remedy for Allergies
Asked by S.Y. from San Diego
on March 28, 2008
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Hi Moms,
I have a 4 year old daughter that has chronic sinus infections. She has been sick since she was born with ear infections, viral infections and sinus infecti...
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- I have yet to find a homeopathic remedy, but my son had surgery in december and it has helped. We still get sinus infections, but they are easier to control...He had ...
- Dr. Oz (the doc always on Oprah) had highly recommends a neti(sp?) Pot if you have chronic sinus infections/allergies. It's like a little tea pot that you put warm sal...
- Omega 3 fatty acids replenish the sinus tissue. Increase your child's intake. We put my son on daily fish oil capsules at age 5 for another problem and discovered hi...
Need Advice on Dealing with Constant Sinus Infections
Asked by A.B. from Phoenix
on April 5, 2008
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It seems everytime I get a cold I also get a sinus infection. Normally I just let it take its painful toll and wait it out without taking any antibiotics. In the las...
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- Hello. I just wanted to tell you about something that I've been using for the last two years. My sister told me about it and then I saw it on Oprah. It's called the...
- My mom has the same issue as you do. Recently her doctor told her that as soon as she feels a cold coming on to immediately take some Sudafed or another decongestant,...
- I third the Neti Pot! It is awesome!! You can get one at almost any store these days, including Walgreens. The cost 15-20 dollars. I had mine for years before I wo...
