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My son is suffering from cold and cough. How to give him steam inhaler. Please suggest the procedure.

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Steam inhalation is not recommended as it can cause bones, it is far better to use humidifier which is now available at good pharmacy shops or online at various E-Commerce sites. ...  Read More

Respected doctor's I want to know whether a patient fully recovered from sixth nerve palsy can use Steam inhaler for cold symptoms will it cause any issues ?? Thank you

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Yes he can use ...  Read More

Is a plastic container steamer safe for steam inhaling for cold and running nose? When water gets boiled in such a container, wont it harm the body? I tried to search alternative product but in vain. Please suggest which would be the best given that water would be boiling at high temperatures in that container and we will be inhaling steam.

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Better to use a stainless steel container. ...  Read More

Respected Doctor's My dad Age 58,Had sixth nerve palsy before a year now his eyes are back to normal,His Sugar and BP are normal and Taking medicine Atorbest 20 for cholesterol My query is can my dad take steam inhalation for common cold symptoms will eyes get irritated because of steam ,Awaiting your replies,Thank you 🙏🙏

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Can you tell how to give steam for 3 months baby as doctor prescribed to show steam. Can I use steam inhaler as shown in the pic

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helo..for your query..it will be dificult to give steam inhalation for a 3months baby with wide open inhaler as shown in the pic..instead you can buy a nebulizer and use with mask for the baby so that ...  Read More

Is it advisable to use inhaler for cold , heard Vicks inhalers has been banned in other countries.Does inhaler usage initiates sinus ??

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you are right, it has been banned in few countries and we never prescribe it . so please avoid it and take doctor advise for cold etc . also you can use over the counter anti cold tablets . all the be ...  Read More

I have been advised to take steam regularly twice a day to avoid throat ear and nose problems. Does inhaling too much steam on regular basis can cause pneumonia in lungs ?

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. Yes taking steam inhalations is good. Pneumonia is a completely different problem. Its when there is some bacteria that infects the lung and causes iss ...  Read More

Can I use Inhaler for coughing 15 days after recovery from corona? Please advise me as soon as possible

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I think don't use inhaler with symptoms also ...make a warm water steam it is best ... Avoid inhaler Good immunity boosting foods like almond, tomato, carrot, garlic, mix milk with tumeric pepper powd ...  Read More

Is it safe to use Vicks Roll On Inhaler? Please tell me because I'm having more cold I'm allergic to steam also

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

In place of MAXIFLO 125 synchrobreathe inhaler can we use MAXIFLO 125 Regular Inhaler. Not a regular user. Only using during cold climates, especially in morning once. Synchrobreathe inhaler is not available now. Kindly seeking your suggestions. Not taking any other medicines.

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ...  Read More

Hello Docs, Me and my Wife are expecting a baby soon. We have been receiving calls regarding steam cells banking. We are confused to go for steam cells banking or not. We need help with following questions 1) are steam cells surgeries successful ? And what percentage ? 2) has there been proper research done for all diseases? 3) is it worth ?

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Stem cells banking from umbilical cord blood is still in trial phase. There is no proper use for the same at present. As amount of stem cells present in cord blood are not enough to get the engraftmen ...  Read More

I have started my homeopathy medicine treatment for breathing problems. I want to know if I can use my inhalers with homeopathy medicines at night so I can breathe easily? As well as doctor recommended that I take steam inhalation through my mouth but I don't have the mouth piece for the simple steam machine not getting it anywhere can anyone pleas

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Generally the whole aim of homoeopathic treatment is to be able to do away with inhalers. However the pace at which inhalers are to be withdrawn is the treating doctors prerogative. And for steam inha ...  Read More

I recently had an infection, as the hrct report shows I have a small airways disease. And hrct film shows air tapping And I feel something stuck in my throat My doctor prescribed foracort inhaler 200.and montek lc and doxyphillin tablet and next Time in consultation I will my doctor to add for SABA and anticholinergic Should I take steam inhalat

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Hi. I understand your concern Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ...  Read More

I had a sinus surgery few months ago. Before the surgery I suffered from severe pain while flight descending. Now I am suppose to go a long flight but I still have phobias from the experiences before even though I had my surgery. Is there any way to keep my nose clear like steam inhalation or jal neti that I should do before my flight. Is Frocsone

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Severe pain in which area? ...  Read More

Hi, I'm a Asthmatic patient and has been prescribed to use synchrobreathe foracort 200 inhaler twice a day (m+e) but has not been prescribed a rescue inhaler incase of a sudden Asthma attack. Does synchrobreathe foracort 200 work as an emergency inhaler too incase of a sudden attack?

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You can use Levolen inhaler, for sudden attacks.pl consult pulmonologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

I have used budecort inhaler for my kid last year.can I use the same inhaler this time too.The expiry date is May 25 only.After inserting for the first time,I have not taken it out.

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Greetings yes u can use the same ...  Read More

I am suffering wet cough since last 2 weeks. It's too much irritating for whole night. I am breastfeeding mother. Can I take Seroflo 500 inhaler for one month. Is it safe? Any side effects? Please guide

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ...  Read More

I have prescribed Budensonide formoteral inhalation powder for asthuma I used for few days and I left ,after dint used for months now am feeling breathing problem shall I use that inhaler for emergency

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ...  Read More

I was diagnosed with tb 2 years ago and after treatment I had difficulty of breathing and doctor said it was post tb asthma and gave inhaler. Now i do not feel urgency to take inhaler on daily basis but sometimes I need this. My question is do I need to take inhaler on regular basis or SOS basis?

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ...  Read More

All suggested me to do steam inhalation but what should be added in that to inhale please tell me can we put vicks Or zandu balm in it or Eucalyptus oil please suggest me

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can hel ...  Read More

Is there sinus arrhythmia and sinus tachycardia are the same or different?.........................

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Heart rate and rhythm changing with breath or respiratory movement is called sinus Arrythmia. Sinus tachycardia is when heart rate is more than hundred beats per minute, due to any of the reasons like ...  Read More

Can I do gargles before taking steam at night aa I am suffering from cold and sore throat and taking koflet syrup as well. Or should I do gargles after steam? Plz help.

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You can do anyways. ...  Read More

Can we take facial steam for cold during pregnancy... is it safe to take facial steam during pregnancy

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Yes very safe ...  Read More

I have doubt regarding steaming. Is really steaming helpful for corona affected people. I see some blogs and some newspapers are Saying that it will not helpful. Some debates, news channels and YouTube videos are saying it will not helpful.

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Yes.it will not help.it may cause damage to the ciliary epithelial layer,which is very important, protective layer in the nose.so, there is a possibility, of ,getting black fungus. ...  Read More

My baby is 4 month old and he is suffering from cough and cold...how to give him steam and which steam machine is good for him??

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It is very difficult to give steam in a 4 month old. Any steamer will do. Keep the baby at a safe distance from the steamer and give steam. There is risk of burns if you go very close ...  Read More

After recovery from covid, in breathlessness how many times we can use inhaler puff in a day, and what to do when we feel breathlessness at home.?

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Need more detailed history about your symptoms and your treatment history so I could advise you further ...  Read More

Nasal spray and inhAler both are use at the same time? Please tell me as soon as possible. It's very urgent

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Yes you can use both. ...  Read More

I took medical treatment by Dr. Amarjeet, 10days back. He has told me to stop to take steam, due to my eye related issue. Now 8 days has passed, can i take steam ?

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What s ur problem in eye..did u got covid? ...  Read More

Can I use Inhaler for coughing? I am a post covid patient . I have still coughing after 21 days of recovering from covid ?

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Yes u can ...  Read More

Hello Im suffering from allergic rhinitis right now i heard it's not safe to take steam as it causes mucromycisis..but i take steam daily for alleric rhintis is it good or should i stop. How much minutes'are considered safe for steam inhalation

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