Q. Can pediatric rhinitis also be treated with Korean medicine?
Yes, pediatric rhinitis is mainly due to immature immune systems. Pediatric herbs strengthening immunity reduce both rhinitis symptoms and cold frequency.
📝 Detailed Answer
It is possible. However, we approach children differently from adults.
We adjust the herbs and the dose to weight and age, and take taste and ease of taking into account. As children are often afraid of acupuncture, we use methods with weak stimulation or sometimes proceed without needling.
What we regard as particularly important in childhood rhinitis is sleep and growth. If the nose is blocked and the child sleeps breathing through the mouth, sleep quality declines, and this can affect growth and concentration.
There are things you must tell us: current medication, allergy history, whether nosebleeds occur often, and whether only one side of the nose is blocked. If only one side is persistently blocked or nosebleeds recur, please be sure to tell us at the consultation. If examination indicates it, we will arrange ENT testing.
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