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Suggest Treatment For Mild Cough And Chest Congestion In A Child

Hi my baby is mild cough with little cold in his chest. He is coughing daily 5/6 times. He doesnot have nasal secretion or fever and he is enough playful and feeding well. I have consulted a local ped and he has given augpen hs and maxtra. Should I use them as they seem to be antibiotic.
Wed, 9 Oct 2019
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Hello,

Gentle taps on your baby's back can help ease chest congestion. Lay him down across your knees and gently pat his back with your cupped hand.

Or do it while he sits on your lap with his body leading forward about 30 degrees. It loosens mucus in the chest and makes it easier for him to cough it up.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Mild Cough And Chest Congestion In A Child

Hello, Gentle taps on your baby s back can help ease chest congestion. Lay him down across your knees and gently pat his back with your cupped hand. Or do it while he sits on your lap with his body leading forward about 30 degrees. It loosens mucus in the chest and makes it easier for him to cough it up. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician