Why the nasolabial triangle turns blue in a healthy child
If the child cries or screams forfor a long time, the amount of oxygen in his body decreases. When screaming, its content decreases from 95% to 92%. The nasolabial area turns blue. In medicine, this is called cyanosis.A blue nasolabial triangle in the child appearswith a strong cry. Photo: Getty The imperfection and underdevelopment of the lungs also leads to blue. With age, the functioning of the vessels and organs is improved and a similar phenomenon disappears. If you keep it, consult a pediatrician, as cyanosis can be caused by a disease of some organ. In the baby, the skin in the nose and lips area is more delicate and tender. That's why the tangles of veins are visible and the skin seems bluish. In this case, the child does not need treatment.
Several dangerous reasons for blueing the nasolabial triangle
Blue skin in the area of the nose and lips appears in the following cases:
- diseases of the respiratory system;
- entry of foreign objects into the respiratory system;
- presence of heart defects;
- problems with the development of respiratory organs.
In all cases, urgent contact is necessary.to a doctor. The nasolabial triangle turns blue in case of serious respiratory diseases, including pneumonia. In this case, the child also experiences heavy breathing, shortness of breath, and paleness of other areas of the skin. When foreign objects enter the respiratory system, the skin in the nose and lips turns blue sharply, and breathing becomes difficult. In this case, call an ambulance. Constant blueness of the nasolabial triangle also indicates the presence of a congenital heart defect. With such pathologies, a mandatory examination by a doctor is necessary. Only he can make the correct diagnosis after conducting the necessary tests. The baby undergoes an ultrasound of the heart, an ECG, an X-ray and is referred for examination to a neurologist. Often, after such a complete examination, the child is diagnosed with insufficient development of the respiratory system. In this case, the doctor prescribes a course of massage and regular walks. In this case, the problem disappears quite quickly. Pay close attention to the accompanying symptoms that accompany the blue skin. Even if you have the slightest doubt or suspicion, consult a specialist.