Suggest Treatment For Cough, Fever And Croup
continue with Same medicines. take care of fever
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Dear XXXX, welcome to HCM and thanks for choosing us.
I share your concerns about your grandson' s health. Croup is severe infection of respiratory tract. It generally takes 3 to 5 days for complete relief. One need to complete 5 days medicines.
. Fever is certainly a cause of concern. High fever may cause seizures in child, so you have to take extra care of fever. . You can increase the frequency of fever medicine (paracetamol) after consulting his doctor.
Cough is subsiding, that proves that your grandson is recovering from croup. Take care of his nutrition. Give him protein rich diet. Give plenty of fluids.
I hope my reply will benefit you. Please feel free to contact us for more information and follow up queries. I wish good health to your grandson and whole family. Regards
yes, it is ok to give steroids
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX, welcome again. Thanks for the follow up question.
Croup is a severe infection in children. Child may have difficulty in breathing. So , early relief is required. Steroids are very important component of treatment in such infections. So it is perfectly fine to prescribe steroids. However give steroids, absolutely as per doctor's prescription.
I hope this answers your concerns. Please feel free to contact for follow up queries. I again wish you good health to your whole family. Thanks for giving us opportunity to serve you. Regards