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#AskTheExpert my baby is having severe cough n runny nose.....she doesnt eat anything
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ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician2 years agoA. its common in illness
Most of the time cough cold, fever are viral in origin, it may subside by 3 -9 days.
No need of any medication if mild.
If fever above 100F then need fever medication (paracetmol) as per weight.
If baby have cold then need steam inhalation, nasal decongestant drops (nasivion baby nasal drops/Otrivin-P nasal drops 1drop in each nostril 3-4 times a day for 3 days).
If cough then need cough syrup or drops as per babys cough condition (wet or dry).
Keep ur baby well hydrated in cough cold fever episode
Maintain hygiene, hand wash properly,
Keep ur baby away from other infected persons if possible , continue to give all food items as before, It will help for fast recovery.
If decreased oral intake, decreased urine output, breathing difficulty,
Then need to consult with ur nearest pediatrician
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Vritika AroraMom of 2 children2 years agoA. hello dear give lots of indirect steam to the child give lots of warm liquid intake to the child like soaps and warm water and Tulsi and ginger tea.
but along with home remedies medication is must so you must visit the pediatrician and get the baby examined properly avoid self medication and self assumption.
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