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Is nebulizer a good option?

2021-03-02 14:48:05
Baby is 1 year and 2 months old, and he's suffering from severe cold and cough. Will it be good to use a nebulizer for him to remove the congestion nd to get relief from cold nd cough?
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Steam inhalation is good enough. Nebulizer is not needed. It is not used for common cough and cold. Give saline nasal drops. If not better, meet a pediatrician

Answered2021-03-02 16:18:12

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No, nebulization is for severe wheezing. Do steam inhalation and give medications

Answered2021-03-04 02:07:23

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