Sputum
Sputum is a yellow substance characterized by high viscosity mucus, which is secreted in different parts of the respiratory system such as the windpipe, lungs, or nasal walls, usually accompanied by phlegm colds, respiratory infections such as influenza, and bronchitis, but not This is a symptom of illness, and it is easy to cure if it is done in a timely manner by controlling the disease. Sputum is a defensive means to get rid of the pathogens, but it causes difficulty in breathing and a feeling of discomfort in the throat. It can cause problems for her Digestive system if not treated.
Diseases accompanied by phlegm
It is natural that there are factors that led to the presence of sputum, and we will talk about some of the following:
- Respiratory diseases caused by bacterial or viral infections, such as flu, flu, etc., as well as the lack of proper nutrition, which results in many nutrients that strengthen the immunity of the child such as vitamin C, which makes it less resistant to the causes of the disease.
- Suffering from the sinus problem, the genetics factor plays a big role here.
- Passive smoking of the child due to the presence of smokers around him.
- Pneumonia.
Methods of treatment of sputum for children
- Steam: Make your child inhale the steam by working a warm bath in a relatively confined space, or by bringing it close to a hot water container, opening the nasal passages and softening the sputum, thus facilitating its release from the body.
- Water and salt: Gargle using warm water mixed with salt, warm water softens the throat, and salt is deadly to the bacteria and bacteria accumulated in the throat.
- Lemon juice: which is antibacterial, and has the advantage of containing in Maine C, and works to strengthen immunity, and thus overcome the disease.
- Ginger: Ginger is considered to remove the throat and respiratory infections, and includes many properties that act against the virus and bacteria, and the person to be able to breathe better, can add a little ginger to the soup and give it to the child that taste stinging and will not be recommended, Years.
- Turmeric: Add a tablespoon of turmeric to the milk cup when presented to the child.
- Chicken Soup: Prepare a bowl of chicken soup, and serve it to the child.
- Carrots: The child is given a cup of carrot juice twice a day.
- Honey: The child is given a teaspoon of honey, or can be sweetened by the juice, or making honey cake with cinnamon.