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    Facial Scalds due to Steam Inhalation in a Neonate – A Case Report
    (Journal of Nepal Paediatric Society, 2024-08-01) Chinmay Chetan; Saikat Patra; Aisha Naaz; Girish Gupta
    Steam inhalation is a traditional remedy used in all age groups for treating respiratory problems like cough, coryza, pharyngitis, bronchiolitis, etc. Though equivocally beneficial, should be avoided in neonates, due to the risk of burns if not used correctly. We present a case of a term neonate with scalds on his face due to steam inhalation, given by his mother, to treat cough and coryza. First and second-degree burns were present on the face. Oral, nasal cavities, and eyes were unaffected. This case highlights the probable side effects of steam inhalation, a therapeutic approach lacking proven advantages. This reemphasizes the need to avoid such treatment strategy, especially in neonates who are predisposed to such injuries.
Swami Rama Himalayan University