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my daughter is having cold and cough doctor prescribed saline drops mucollite and 3 times nebulizer ..we followed all instruction.. still she has cough .how long will it last. baby is behaving normal.
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy8 months agoA. If your daughter has been prescribed saline drops, Mucolyte, and nebulizer treatments, and you're following the prescribed instructions, it's a good sign that you're on the right track. However, coughing from a cold can sometimes take 7-10 days to resolve, depending on the severity of the cold and your child's individual response to the treatment.
What You Can Expect:
1. Cold-related coughs: These often last longer than the other symptoms of a cold. A persistent cough can sometimes linger for 2-3 weeks even after other symptoms (like runny nose or fever) have improved.
2. Nebulizer Treatments: Nebulizers help in easing the airway and reducing mucus, but they typically don’t cure the cough instantly. If the cough persists even after the full course of nebulizer treatments, it may simply be the lingering effect of the infection.
3. Mucolyte: This helps break down thick mucus, making it easier to clear from the airways, but this too takes time to show noticeable improvement.
What to Keep Monitoring:
Breathing: Ensure your child isn’t having any difficulty breathing or wheezing, which might indicate an underlying issue like bronchitis or asthma.
Fever: If fever persists or the child appears lethargic, contact your doctor.
Feeding and Sleeping: Ensure she is eating and drinking well. Dehydration can make a cough worse.
When to Consult the Doctor Again:
If the cough lasts longer than 3 weeks.
If the cough worsens or is accompanied by high fever, wheezing, or difficulty breathing.
If there’s a change in her behavior or appetite, or if she seems unwell despite following the treatment plan.
It’s common for coughs to linger even after the cold symptoms have cleared. Continue following the prescribed treatment, and consult your pediatrician if you notice any signs of concern.
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