The causes of the onset of a cold can be several, most often a symptom of infectious diseases, both viral and bacterial in nature. And it can also be a consequence of an allergy, in this case a cold provokes various allergens, such as dust, smells, plant pollen, animal hair, etc.
As you know, our nose is a kind of guard against various viruses, bacteria, dust, as well as a "battery" that warms the cold air. In order to fulfill its immediate functions, the nose has a peculiar structure. To keep the cold air warm, it must pass through the "labyrinths" of the nose, permeated with a huge number of blood vessels. For effective release from dust and bacteria, the inner surface of our nose is lined with a layer of cells with a large number of cilia, so they ensure the advancement of "uninvited guests" to the exit. But in addition to the cilia, special mucous secrets are involved in the removal of foreign objects, which are also produced by the surface cells of the epithelium of the nose. These cells are met and the very first come into contact with viruses and bacteria, giving the body time to prepare for a more serious attack. As a rule, the common cold lasts from 7-10 days, but in rare cases, from correct and timely treatment, as well as with strong immunity, the course of the runny nose is reduced to 3-5 days.
Let's talk about how to cure a cold for a child with folk remedies. The most important in the treatment of the common cold is its prevention and prevention, for this all the strengths need to be directed to restoring immunity and tempering. As a preventive measure, you can use garlic, which is recommended to cut into pieces and spread throughout the apartment, or hang as an amulet around the neck. Traditional medicine uses garlic widely, both for the prevention and for the purpose of treatment, all thanks to the special composition of phytoncides with antibacterial effect. On the basis of vegetable oil and garlic, you can prepare a remedy for the common cold, which is best taken 2-3 days after the onset of the disease. For this medicine, you need 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil mixed with 1-2 cloves of garlic and insist about 12-24 hours, dig in 2-3 drops in each nasal passage, store in the refrigerator.
Very often, the cause of discomfort in young children with a strong cold is slime, which accumulates in the narrow aisles of the nose. Independently, children under 2 can not blow their nose, then the Kalanchoe juice can come to help, it should be dripped 1-2 drops per pass, as a rule, it causes sneezing, along with which nasal passages are released. In addition, the juice of this plant has anti-inflammatory and wound-healing effect. Aloe has similar properties, but the juice of this plant should be diluted with water during application, since it is very bitter in taste. To dilute the thick discharge from the nose in the people use fresh squeezed beet juice, it is also instilled in 2-3 drops. A very good result is a mixture of fresh beet juice with honey.
To cure the common cold in folk medicine use various vegetable oils, such as: rosehip oil, sea buckthorn oil, menthol oil . They are instilled from 1 to 3 drops 3 times a day, depending on the age of the child.
As a council, as a folk remedy to cure a runny nose, you can use a nose wash 2 times a day with infusion of herbs: chamomile, calendula, thyme, mint, sage. In this case, you must follow the rules of washing the nose, to avoid water from entering the auditory pathways.
Very often in the reference books on traditional medicine, you can also find such a method of treating a common cold in infants - instilling breast milk in the nasal passages of 2-3 drops, before each feeding.
For treatment of the common cold, warming procedures can be used, but only if the child has no temperature. You can warm your feet in hot water, or put the baby in sock with bags of mustard, or lubricate the sole with turpentine. After these procedures, the legs should always be dressed in warm socks.
In addition, as a treatment for the common cold, snuffing procedures can also be offered, for this you can use menthol oil, which is applied to the nose and its sinuses, as well as to the ears and whiskey.
Well, inhalation with medicinal plants (calendula, chamomile, eucalyptus, etc.), oils (menthol, mint, eucalyptus, anisic), mineral water, baking soda help well.
Very effective point massage , which spend 10 to 20 days, first massage the symmetrical points at the wings of the nose, then under the nose, on the upper lip, then with one finger you have to massage the tip of the nose, and then go to the inner part of the eye, next to the bridge of the nose, and continue the massage on the nape of the neck, and finish with stimulation of the pads at the base of the index finger first left hand, and then right, and in the same sequence massage the small pads of the thumb. Such procedures can be repeated up to 5 times a day, but also provided that the baby's body temperature is not above 37.5 degrees.
In case the allergy is the cause of the common cold, and allergic conjunctivitis and skin eruptions are often added to it, you should often rinse the nasal cavity with a solution of salt and iodine, as well as infuse chamomile and calendula.
Another cause of the common cold may be the presence in the nasal passages of the child of foreign bodies, which they very often thrust into the nasal passages about the playing time, here the parents can not do without the help of an otolaryngologist.
And still, if the child's cold does not pass for more than 10 days, this is a serious reason to think about and see a doctor, because inflammations in the nasal cavity can lead to serious diseases of the hearing organs or to develop into chronic forms that are difficult to treat.