Congestion
Always see a Doctor if you have any concerns about your baby's health.
In newborns congestion is common & is usually nothing to worry about. Newborns under 8 weeks usually breathe through their noses and aren't very good at breathing through their mouth. Having a bunged up or runny nose can make breathing, feeding & sleeping more difficult.
Stuffy noses are caused by inflammation of the tiny membranes in the lining of the nose.
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Signs & Symptoms
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Runny nose.
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Sneezing.
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Coughing.
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Noisy, rapid breathing.
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Snoring.
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How Baby Massage Can Help
Massage can help in 2 ways. Firstly by stimulating the immune system, helping baby's natural defences to fight infection & by draining the lymph glands & sinuses.
Massaging the lymph glands & sinuses can help to prevent & relieve fluid sitting & blocking the sinusses & airways.
When To See A Doctor
Always contact your Doctor if you are concerned about your baby.
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If baby is under 3 months, especially if accompanied by a fever.
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Trouble breathing.
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High temperature over 100 F/38 C.
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Thick green nasal discharge that continues over a few days.
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Struggling to feed & producing fewer wet nappies.
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May have ear pain.
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Unusual cry.
Seek immediate help if:
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Breathing difficulties or bluish in colour around the lips.
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Refuses fluids.
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Coughs causing vomiting & skin colour change, blood tinged mucus.
