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Rapid breathing
My son is having cold and fever. His stomach breathing rate is 60 per min. I checked while he is sleeping. I have given him medicines.
Should I be worried?
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A respiratory rate of 60 breaths/min while sleeping is faster than normal for an infant (normal: 30–50/min).
Fever and nasal congestion can temporarily increase breathing rate, but persistent fast breathing can indicate respiratory distress or pneumonia.
Next Steps
Monitor closely: Watch for chest indrawing, grunting, nasal flaring, poor feeding, or bluish lips — these are warning signs.
Relieve nasal congestion: Use saline drops and gentle suction before feeds and sleep.
Hydration: Continue breastfeeding or feeding frequently.
Control fever: Give paracetamol as advised.
Environment: Keep baby’s head slightly elevated; avoid smoke or strong odors.
Health Tips
Red flags:
Fast breathing persists even after fever subsides
Baby appears tired, refuses feeds, or shows chest retractions
Any bluish discoloration or pauses in breathing occur
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Your son might had respiratory infection
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Dr Faisal Zoheb
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