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#asktheexpert my son is suffering from cold
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Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 10 m old boy1 Year agoA. This can occur due to either allergy or infection and some times due to climate changes around child. For cold / running nose give syp allegra 5 ml twice daily to the child. (Helps in decreasing running nose and cold) Prevent temperature variations around the child and give nasal saline drops every three hourly for nasal congestion and block. For wet coughing you can give syrup ascoril LS 5ml twice daily to the child Indirect steam help in decreasing coughing For fever and pain give paracetamol Go for home remediesz like Tulsi Ginger honey diluted with water combination and turmeric with milk at least 2 times per day. Give warm water to drink.
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 11 m old boy1 Year agoA. For a four-year-old child suffering from a cold, here are some home care tips: 1. **Hydration**: Ensure your child drinks plenty of fluids like water, warm soups, or herbal teas to stay hydrated. 2. **Rest**: Encourage your child to rest as much as possible to help their body recover. 3. **Humidifier**: Use a cool-mist humidifier in their room to keep the air moist, which can help ease congestion and soothe a sore throat. 4. **Saline Drops**: Use saline nasal drops or sprays to help clear nasal congestion. 5. **Warm Compress**: A warm compress on the forehead or nose can provide relief from sinus pressure. 6. **Honey**: For children over one year old, a teaspoon of honey can help soothe a sore throat and reduce coughing. Do not give honey to children under one year old. If symptoms persist for more than a week, worsen, or are accompanied by high fever, difficulty breathing, or persistent ear pain, it's important to consult a pediatrician.
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