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2024-12-25 15:29:48
My daughter is 9 months old..she has running nose and body seems to be slightly warm..should i consult a doctor or not?? Please suggest on what to do
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Mild viral illness like upper respiratory infections are self limiting disease and go by themselves Indications
Next Steps
Plenty of fluids Rest Paracetamol as needed
Health Tips
Warning sign High grade fever Fast breathing Drowsiness Inability or difficulty in feeding Rash Body aches Excessive irritability

Answered2024-12-26 10:35:46

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Yes do consult, measure temperature of child Keep feeding; if possible give steam inhalation and saline nose drops

Answered2024-12-26 09:29:23

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Yes

Answered2024-12-30 14:27:56

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It’s best to consult a doctor nearby, alternately you can Nasoclear nasal drop 1 drop in each nostril every 3-4 hourly. For medicine for fever,I need to know the weight of the baby.

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Yes Please do consult a pediatrician as your baby is just 9 months old You need help to show how to check for fever and other related guidance

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