Nasal hygiene for babies and the risk of choking?
22-year-old woman
I do the syringe technique to unclog my baby's nose and every time she chokes, do you have any tips on how not to let that happen?
I don't know if you can help me, but every time she chokes, is she at risk of getting water in her lungs?
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Naji-tom Samaha · 3 years ago
Hello, thank you for your question!
Here is the document created by the Ste-Justine hospital, which explains the volumes to use, and the easiest and safest technique to use, with pictures:
I found this document very simple and complete. I hope you will find it useful. I remain available if you have any further questions!
Tom Samaha, pharmacist
22-year-old woman · 3 years ago
Yes, I already know the technique thank you! I just wanted to know if there was any danger of her getting water in her lungs since most of the time she struggles and seems to "choke"?
Naji-tom Samaha · 3 years ago
The risk of choking is very minimal, especially since the amount of liquid used is extremely small. I want to reassure you on this side!
22-year-old woman · 3 years ago
I don't know if it's because it surprises her, but when we do it she turns red and seems to "swallow wrong". I just want to make sure I don't drown her either, even if I do exactly the right technique ahah. It worries me, but if you say it's practically impossible I'll believe you! Thanks
Naji-tom Samaha · 3 years ago
We'd love to!
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