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Mom of a 4 yr 4 m old girl3 years ago
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my baby is 5 months old now. What precautions should be taken to escape a baby from cold and cough?

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years ago
A. Cough and Cold should be treated only after a proper examination by a doctor as there may be some associated factor . As the first line of treatment you can give steam inhalation which would be helpful . Cough Syp should be given only after a proper evaltuation .Cold is a viral illness and symptoms could be sneezing, running nose, cough sore throat, nasal congestion and fever. Treatment consists of antihistamines antipyretics analgesics and decongestants . steam inhalatigdon would be beneficial . Medicines like sinarest/wikoryl / Alex cold can be given in a proper dose according to the weight for 3-5 days as per the symptoms .
Vritika AroraMom of a 5 yr old child3 years ago
A. Hi dear mom Do not give bath with cold water now... Give bath with lukewarm water. Turn off the fan when putting clothes to ur baby. Cover ur baby properly if cold winds are there..
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