{"id":10092,"date":"2022-10-11T10:34:59","date_gmt":"2022-10-11T10:34:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/speed.luxador.ee\/blog\/kuidas-ravida-lapsel-nohu-ja-koha\/"},"modified":"2025-02-13T17:47:14","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T17:47:14","slug":"what-is-the-effective-cough-and-cold-remedy-for-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/speed.luxador.ee\/en\/blog\/what-is-the-effective-cough-and-cold-remedy-for-children\/","title":{"rendered":"WHAT IS THE EFFECTIVE COUGH AND COLD REMEDY FOR CHILDREN?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If a child has developed a cold and cough, it is not due to getting chilled but most likely caused by viruses. Children suffer from upper respiratory viral infections 6-12 times a year,<\/strong> leading to up to 10 sick weeks in total.<\/p>\n

Why does a cold and cough occur, how to treat a cold and cough, and when should you see a doctor? How can you treat a cold with home remedies? These and many other questions are covered in this comprehensive overview.<\/p>\n

What causes a cold and cough in children?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

The most common causes of cold and cough in children are upper respiratory viral infections. Viruses are particularly active during the fall and winter seasons and infect the mucous membranes of the nose and throat,<\/strong> which is why they are commonly referred to as cold illnesses. It is important to know that so-called cold illnesses are not caused by getting chilled, but by various viruses.<\/p>\n

Cough and cold can be caused by over a hundred different viruses,<\/strong> with rhinoviruses being the most common. In addition to rhinoviruses, many other viruses can infect the upper respiratory tract. Such viruses include coronaviruses, influenza viruses, parainfluenza viruses, RSV viruses, adenoviruses, and more. The abundance of viruses explains why children suffer from viral infections again and again.<\/p>\n

How do viruses spread?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

The most typical way of viral infection is inhaling viral particles or through unwashed hands. Viral particles are found everywhere where an infected person has sneezed or coughed.<\/strong> Viruses can remain viable on surfaces for hours to days. To reduce the spread of infection, it is important to regularly ventilate indoor spaces, disinfect surfaces, and wash hands frequently.<\/p>\n

What is the course of viral infections?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

The symptoms of cold illnesses \u2013 runny nose and cough \u2013 do not appear immediately when a child is infected with a virus. The runny nose and cough usually develop within 12 hours of infection.<\/strong> Sometimes, the incubation period may be longer. A child becomes contagious to others during the incubation period, even when they appear perfectly healthy. This explains why viruses spread so widely in kindergartens and schools.<\/p>\n

How to recognize viral cold in a child?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

A child\u2019s cold, or inflammation of the nasal mucosa, is a common companion during the fall and winter. A viral cold is recognizable on the first day by reddened nostrils and watery discharge. A viral cold is preceded by headaches, fatigue, sneezing, and fever.<\/p>\n

On the second or third day, the cold becomes thicker and yellowish-green. Due to swelling, the nasal discharge may not flow out easily, and it may spread to the respiratory tract,<\/strong> causing coughing.<\/strong><\/p>\n

What is the effective treatment for a cold in children?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

The most important aspect of cold treatment is strengthening the immune system,<\/strong> as a strong immune system enables the body to perform most of the healing itself. The child\u2019s immune system is effectively supported by Vitamin D<\/strong><\/a>, Vitamin C, and Zinc.<\/strong><\/p>\n

A viral cold usually resolves within a week and does not require special treatment. Preventing complications is the most important.<\/strong> Children should learn to blow their nose correctly \u2013 one nostril at a time. It is important to alleviate the symptoms of the cold to make the child feel better:<\/p>\n