The monsoon is known to bring relief from the scorching heat of the summers. Making for refreshing weather, people are very much indulgent in enjoying the rain and cool breeze. But along with pleasant weather, the monsoon also brings a host of diseases with itself.
The season provides an ideal environmental condition for breeding infection-causing microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. Children are the most vulnerable during the season, running the risk of contracting infection due to weakened immunity. The probability of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) infection is also high during this time of the year.
It can give rise to a range of issues, such as sinusitis, ear infections, throat irritations, nasal allergies, viral infections, etc. Therefore, precautionary measures should be taken beforehand to safeguard the children from developing symptoms of coughing, ear pain, or nasal congestion. Having discussed the diseases during the season, let’s explore ways to take care of the child’s ENT health during the monsoon.
Ensuring dry ears Parents should focus on keeping the ears dry for the children. In case any trace of water is left in the ear after bathing or swimming, it can increase the chances of moisture buildup, which can eventually give rise to the development of fungal infections such as swimmer’s ear, a common phenomenon during monsoon season. Simply wiping off the child’s ear with a soft cloth can remove the moisture from the ear, helping in keeping them dry.
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