Congested breathing

2025-07-24 10:47:30
My son is 2.5 years old, he's having congested breathing for a long time now.. in the past he was having a wheeze cough, doctor gave him inhalers.. we were told to take a xray to check his adenoids.. Is that the reason for his congested breathing??!! He doesn't have  whistling wheeze kind of sound.. doesn't have cold.. but always rub his nose... Please let me know what might cause this kind of breathing.. other than that, he's quite himself, eats what he likes, play, no issues with any milestones. Thank you doctors
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Put Nasovion -P  nasal drops 2drops in both nostrils every 4th hourly for 3 days

Answered2025-07-24 13:43:57

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Hello, I understand your concern It seems your child may be having chronic nasal congestion, possibly due to enlarged adenoids or allergic rhinitis. Enlarged adenoids can cause mouth breathing, nasal blockage, snoring, and congested-sounding breathing without the typical wheeze. Constant nose rubbing may suggest allergic rhinitis, which often coexists with adenoid enlargement. Inhalers are usually prescribed if wheezing or asthma is suspected, but if the breathing issue sounds more “congested” and not “whistling” or wheezy, adenoids and nasal allergies should be considered more strongly. It’s reassuring that he is otherwise active, feeding well, and has no developmental concerns.
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Get the X-ray for adenoids done if not yet done. Consider an ENT consultation to assess adenoids and need for further management. A trial of anti-allergy medication (like levocetirizine or montelukast) and saline nasal drops/sprays may help if allergic rhinitis is suspected. Avoid allergens like dust, soft toys, strong scents, and pets if any allergy is suspected.
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Watch for signs like disturbed sleep, mouth breathing, snoring, or recurrent ear infections which may point more toward adenoids. If symptoms worsen or breathing difficulty increases, seek pediatric review promptly.

Answered2025-07-24 13:09:38

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Thank you for your detailed query. From your description, your child (2.5 years old) is experiencing chronic nasal congestion and noisy breathing, without active wheeze or cold symptoms. Based on the clinical picture, possible causes include: ✅ Adenoid hypertrophy – Common at this age and can lead to chronic nasal obstruction, mouth breathing, snoring, and "congested" or noisy breathing. X-ray of nasopharynx (lateral view) helps assess adenoid size. If enlarged, it may be the likely cause. ✅ Allergic rhinitis – Children with persistent nasal rubbing, no fever, and clear discharge may have an allergy. Family history of allergies/asthma increases suspicion. Skin prick test or serum IgE can be supportive but not always needed initially. ✅ Chronic rhinosinusitis – Less likely without signs of purulent discharge or systemic symptoms but considered in recurrent nasal obstruction. ✅ Asthma or reactive airway disease – Though you mention no current wheezing, prior wheezy episodes and use of inhalers indicate a possibility. Some children may have cough-variant asthma or subtle symptoms. Clinical examination and response to inhaled therapies guide diagnosis. 📌 What to do next Get the lateral X-ray nasopharynx – to assess adenoid hypertrophy. Nasal saline drops + steam inhalation – first-line for nasal congestion. Consider a trial of intranasal corticosteroids (under supervision) – if adenoids or allergic rhinitis is suspected. Avoid known allergens or irritants (dust, smoke, strong odours). Monitor growth and development ENT  consultation
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Since the child is otherwise active, playful, and eating well, there is no immediate concern — but evaluation for adenoids and allergic rhinitis is advised

Answered2025-07-24 13:04:33

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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2025-07-25 04:41:04

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Constant rubbing of nose can be because of allergic rhinitis which can often co exist with adenoid hypertrophy/ bronchial asthma/ allergic rhinosinusitis. If there is adenoid hypertrophy, the child likely will have snoring during sleep, mouth breathing etc.

Answered2025-07-25 03:17:43

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Well in adenoid hypertrophy, children also snores. Apart from that patient needs to be examined for that. Kindly consult your pediatrician

Answered2025-07-24 17:37:43

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Kindly consult once for discussion

Answered2025-07-24 13:16:02

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Greetings it could be due to nasal block Use Nasoclear nasal spray 1 drops each nostrils sos

Answered2025-07-24 13:03:08

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