#AskTheExpert good morning dr meri beti 2yrs n 7 month ki h n woh khud se kuch nhi khati.. n usko viral infection jaldi hota h...

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Viruses cannot be treated with antibiotics. The best treatment is rest at home to allow your child’s immune system to fight the virus.

Here are some simple measures that can make your child more comfortable:

Give your child small amounts to drink frequently when awake, such as a mouthful of water every 15 minutes or so. This helps to ease a sore throat by keeping it moist, and replaces the fluid lost due to having a fever, vomiting or diarrhoea. Water is best, but rehydrating icy poles are also a good way of providing fluids to your child.Giving enough fluid is particularly important in infants – this should be breastmilk or formula, or rehydration fluids such as electrolytes. See our fact sheet Dehydration.Do not be concerned if your child does not eat for a few days. When they feel better they will start eating again.Allow your child to rest.