May 11, 2023 · Warm-mist and cool-mist humidifiers are equally effective in humidifying the air. By the time the water vapor reaches your child's lower airways, it's the same temperature …

Jun 21, 2023 · Dry sinuses, bloody noses and cracked lips: Humidifiers are often used to soothe these familiar problems caused by dry indoor air. And if your child has a cold, a cool-mist …

Jul 31, 2024 · Warm, moist air helps relieve coughs and loosens mucus in your airways. Be sure to clean the humidifier according to the manufacturer's recommendations to avoid the growth …

Jul 12, 2024 · Try honey. Honey may help coughs in adults and children who are older than age 1. Try it in warm tea or lemon water. Add cool moisture to the air. A cool-mist vaporizer or …

Aug 12, 2025 · So can cold treats like ice pops. Make a warm saltwater gargle. For children who can gargle, a saltwater gargle of 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) of table salt to 8 ounces (237 …

Oct 18, 2024 · Moisturize the air. Use a humidifier, take a steamy shower or sit in the bathroom with the door closed while running a hot shower. Moist air might ease mild wheezing …

Oct 4, 2023 · Create moist air to breathe. Keep the room warm but not overheated. If the air is dry, a cool-mist humidifier or vaporizer can moisten the air and help ease congestion and …

Keep sinuses moist. Put a towel over your head while breathing in the vapor from a bowl of hot water. Or take a hot shower, breathing in the warm, moist air. This will help ease pain and help …

Mar 8, 2024 · Using a neti pot can help when indoor air dries out nasal passages. Neti pots use saltwater to avoid irritating nasal passages. To start, use water labeled as distilled or sterilized. …

Mar 7, 2024 · A CPAP machine uses a hose connected to a mask or nosepiece to deliver constant and steady air pressure to help you breathe while you sleep. Common problems with …