My kid is passing mucus in potty after complaining of stomach pain' for the past two days. hr is having cold and cough.Is this mucus due to col

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yes this mucus may be due to cold
Most of the time cough cold, fever  are viral in origin, it may subside by 3 -9 days.

No need of any medication if mild.

If fever above 100F then need fever medication  (paracetmol) as per weight.

If baby have cold then need steam inhalation, nasal decongestant drops (nasivion baby nasal drops/Otrivin-P nasal drops 1drop in each nostril 3-4 times a day for 3 days).

If cough then need cough syrup or drops as per babys cough condition  (wet or dry).

Keep ur baby well hydrated in cough cold fever episode

Maintain hygiene, hand wash properly,

Keep ur baby away from other infected persons if possible , continue to give  all  food items as before, It will help for fast recovery.

If decreased oral intake, decreased urine output,  breathing difficulty,

Then need to consult with ur nearest pediatrician

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Mucus could be due to cold but if it is coming out into the motion of the child and that are bright chances of your child is suffering with an infection in the stomach so if it is continuous and the child is constantly complaining of stomach pain better get it checked