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Father of a 4 yr 1 m old girl3 years ago
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how to take precautions in winter for not catching cold for infants

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Archana SelvarajanMom of a 4 yr 1 m old boy3 years ago
A. Colds, otherwise known as upper-respiratory infections, are caused by viruses. These viruses are spread through skin-to-skin contact, droplet transmission from coughs or sneezes, and contact with an object that’s been contaminated. That means touching, kissing, picking up toys, cuddling — all the delightful things that go on when an adorable baby is around — can spread the cold virus. And there are more than 200 viruses known to cause colds, which explains why they’re so common. Babies and small children have more than their share of run-ins with runny noses because they haven't yet had the chance to build up immunities against the many different cold viruses in circulation. The common cold usually lasts seven to 10 days (day three is often the worst), though a residual cough may linger for longer. Monitor mucus,Fight back with fluids,Apply moisturizing ointment,Heighten humidity. Use a cool-mist humidifier in your baby's room. Moist air can reduce congestion and make breathing easier. Keep windows closed and turn on the air conditioner to keep pollen out of your home. Replace the filters in your furnace and air conditioning vents as directed by the manufacturer. Clean your home regularly to control allergens: Dust frequently, wash beds linens weekly in hot water, use a vacuum that has a HEPA filter and consider removing drapery and carpeting that may trap allergens. Be mindful of local pollen counts and try to limit outdoor activities on days when it’s high. Get your family in the habit of taking their shoes off when they come inside to reduce the pollen tracked inside. Shower or bathe your little ones as soon as they come inside at the end of the day to remove pollen particles in their hair and clothes. Wash clothes (including jackets and other outerwear) regularly to remove pollen Put clothes and sheets in the dryer instead of hanging them outside to dry. Bathe your dog once a week, since his fur can pick up pollen. If your child has severely red, itchy, watery eyes (known as allergic conjunctivitis), doctors may recommend that she wear wrap goggles anytime she goes outside to keep the pollen out of her eyes.
KinjalMom of a 4 yr old child3 years ago
A. winter clothes
IndhumathiGuardian of a 4 yr 1 m old boy3 years ago
A. we can give good immunity booster. so baby surveying in winter.
Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years ago
A. Cold is most of the time because of some viral infection or allergic condition and symptoms are usually sneezing, running nose, nasal congestion and fever. cough along with throat irritation are usually associated . Treatment consists of antiallergic antipyretics analgesics and decongestants medicine . As a home remedy steam inhalation would be verry useful . Medicines like wikoryl / tminiyc / Alex cold can be used in a proper dose for 3-5 days as per the symptoms . Steam inhalation is repeated frequently .
RashmiMom of a 11 yr old girl3 years ago
A. Hello Just keep yourself properly covered and woollen clothes that’s what you can do avoid switching of temperatures and if it is too much cold into your area then you can always use a room heater oil heater is going to be a better idea to go for so you can go ahead with that
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