Pregnant women have a lower immune system and are easily influenced by external factors, which can lead to the development of certain diseases. Colds are also common during pregnancy. After catching a cold, nasal congestion can be very uncomfortable, especially at night, which can affect the fetus and make it difficult to sleep. What are the quick solutions for pregnant women with nasal congestion?
1. You can apply steam to your nose, fill a thermos with hot water, slowly bring your nose close to the steam, and smoke it to let your nose breathe. Be careful not to burn your face.
2. You can apply hot compress to the nose, using a hot towel to apply to the base of the nose. After about 10 minutes, the nose will become ventilated.
3. Using a hair dryer to blow on acupoints, such as the temples, Fengchi acupoint, and Dazhui acupoint, can relieve nasal congestion. It can also be blown directly into the nostrils to relieve symptoms.
4. Soaking feet in ginger and garlic can also work. Boil the ginger and garlic slices in boiling water, then add some salt and vinegar to the water. Wait until the temperature is suitable to soak the feet.
5. Apply hot compress to both ears. Soak the gauze in hot water before going to bed, then place it on both ears and apply for about a minute to keep the nasal cavity unobstructed.
Nasal congestion in pregnant women may be caused by changes in hormones in their bodies, colds, or allergic rhinitis. For pregnant women with nasal congestion, it is necessary to find the cause and treat it accordingly.
