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Cold and cough

2020-11-22 05:07:48
Dear sir My son has cold, runny nose, sneezing, and cough. Also irritating everytime. . And can't sleep properly at night.Please advise something
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Nose should be cleaned by nose pump/ nasal aspirator. Saline drops may be used. No antibiotics or other so called cold medicine. They are not needed and may be actually harmful
Next Steps
if prolonged, or breathing problem, consult pediatrician
Health Tips
common cold is usually self limiting disease.

Answered2020-11-22 16:32:15

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Hi, How old is your son?
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Based on his age and weight only we can suggest some medications, Do steam inhalation Use saline nasal drops for nose block

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