2023-10-25 19:33:53
The CHU Sainte-Justine has repositioned itself in relation to its famous, well-known nasal hygiene method, which had been associated with cases of recurrent ear infections.
Indeed, experts were able to observe that liquid flowed into the ears following irrigation of their nostrils with 10 ml syringes.
This update involves the introduction of smaller syringes, gentler pressure during application, and a new irrigation position for young children.
However, Dr. Owen Woods, co-head of the ENT department at CHU Sainte-Justine, affirms that there is no universal approach applicable to all children.
“You have to consult your doctor and find a game plan that is appropriate for each child,” he says. “When nasal hygiene is suggested, it should be an appropriate amount and frequency for each child.”
With the arrival of fall, a well-known season rears its ugly head: virus season and nasal hygiene can help eliminate secretions, reduce congestion, moisten the nose, and prevent infections. nosebleeds.
However, a new technique is suggested by the institute to treat very young children.
“Before, we recommended 10 ml in each nostril, but we now suggest 3 ml per nostril and instead of going there in one quick movement, we can go there with 1 ml per second,” explains Dr. Woods. “It’s a much gentler gesture than what we recommended before.”
Updated materials on the use of saline solutions have been posted on the hospital website to explain how the new suggested method works. They also suggest that parents practice nasal hygiene when their child is lying on their back, rather than on their side, in order to prevent any flow of fluid towards the ears.
CHU Ste-Justine encourages parents to start their child’s nasal hygiene from birth and continue it until the age of 7 or 8, or even longer if necessary.
The documents also indicate that the earlier a child learns to blow his or her nose effectively, the less frequently nasal hygiene will be necessary, but Dr. Woods maintains that generally, “there is little hope until the age of 4 to 5 years that a child can blow his or her nose effectively.”
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