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how to treat chest congestion in babies
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ExpertAlapati HariPaediatrician7 years agoA. Chest congestion cannot be treated by you at home. It requires specialist help to diagnose the cause. If it is a simple nasal block can try steam and saline nose drops.
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ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician7 years agoA. Most of the time cough cold, are viral in origin They may subside by 3 -9 days No need of any medication if mild. If cough and cold then need steam inhalation, nasal decongestant drops (nasivion baby nasal drops 1drop in each nostril 3 times a day for 3 days). And cough syrp or drops as per babys Cough condition (wet or dry). Keep ur baby well hydrated in cough cold episode Proper hand washing, keeping away ur baby from other infected persons, exclusive breast feeding ur baby till 6months of the age. It will help. If decreased urine output, refusal to feed, decreased activity, breathing difficulty Then need consultation with nearest pediatrician.
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s madaanMom of a 10 yr 5 m old girl7 years agoA. for chest congestion apply form mustard oil on chest back and neck of the baby take ajwain dry roasted on tawa and tie it to a hanky keep it near the head of the baby
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