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#AskTheExpert my child is having cough n cold along with along along
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ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician2 years agoA. 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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Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl2 years agoA. you can give kadha made up of warm water, Tulsi leaves, pinch of turmeric powder and ajwain seeds.
give it in 4 tbsp quantity twice in a day.
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Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl2 years agoA. hi
please maintain good Hydration during cough and cold episodes.
it is very important.
get your child Vaccinated with flu vaccine which provides protection against such infections.
give sunlight atleast 20 minutes a day
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