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Mom of a 1 yr 9 m old boy1 Year ago
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my son is of 8 months old and suffering from cold, cough and fever, please tell me the fruits and food that need to be avoided

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ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician1 Year ago
A. no food or fruits restrictions 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. 
DINESH KUMARFather of a 1 yr 9 m old boy1 Year ago
A. sugar added foods and oil or spicey foods should be avoided
AbhayaMom of a 15 yr 8 m old boy1 Year ago
A. Hello there ma’am please do not worry about it too much. Please give indirect steam to the baby. Also massage baby chest with lukewarm BabyHug mustard oil. You can alao rub kids Vaporub on kids clothes near chest area. Keep the baby warm at all times. You can also put saline drops in the nose of the baby. Thanks and take care
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