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5.5Month old with Cold and Cough
My 5.5 month old baby( not started solids yet) has runny nose and cough but I am also concerned about her reduced urine. She is pooping more and peeing less. Cough is more at night. She is taking feeds.
Potty is little watery.. Baby is mouthing and putting every nearby object in mouth.
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Reduced urine output is because of dehydration
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Please consult a pediatrician at the earliest. The baby may be dehydrated in view of loose stools, as urine output is less. A case of acute viral illness. Meanwhile you can start ORS and try to breastfeed as much as possible
Next Steps
1. Visit a pediatrician
2. Breastfeed well
3.monitor urine output
4. Packet ORS Ad lib
consult a nearby pediatrician for assessment of dehydration and further management
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Danger signs
1. baby refusing feeds
2. baby is lethargic
3. not passing urine atleast 6-7 times per day
4. difficulty in breathing / chest indrawing
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
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5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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