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Is it safe to use eucalyptus oil in a humidifier for a 16mnth old with blocked and runny nose?
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I would not: Nasal congestion at that age is aggravated by the smaller size of the nasal passages which make any swelling/drainage block things easier. I find ANY FUME/ODOR producing agent will act as a nasal irritant & worsen things. I never suggest these things before school age, when the nasal passages are big enough to avoid this effect. Clean out the nose with saline wash & use water in the humidifier.
Answered 8/22/2020
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