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What Causes Recurrent Cold And Cough In A Child?
Hi doctor ,
My 3 year old son frequently gets cold an cough. As he hs tonsilis last week he ws gvn augmentin and citrizine for 6 days. And 3 days respectively but now after a week he again hs cough and cold and is sneezing is he allergenic or sum thing Else is wrong
My 3 year old son frequently gets cold an cough. As he hs tonsilis last week he ws gvn augmentin and citrizine for 6 days. And 3 days respectively but now after a week he again hs cough and cold and is sneezing is he allergenic or sum thing Else is wrong
Tue, 16 Jun 2015
Hi
Welcome to the HCM
I understand your concerns but don't worry. This can be due to an allergic episode or a repeat viral respiratory tract infections. I would recommend you to take following measures:
1. Try to find out any allergens in his environment which are aggravating his cough and sneezing. Avoid them if possible.
2. Start him on an antihistamine such as Syp Benadryl or Chlorpheniramine. It will be soothing as it causes mild sedation.
3. Avoid any unnecessary over treatment with antibiotics. Use antibiotics only if you suspect bacterial infections such as streptococcal.
4. Room humidifier will be helpful.
5. Also, vapor rub will be good.
Hopefully this will help you. In case of any further questions, you may contact me.
Take care
Welcome to the HCM
I understand your concerns but don't worry. This can be due to an allergic episode or a repeat viral respiratory tract infections. I would recommend you to take following measures:
1. Try to find out any allergens in his environment which are aggravating his cough and sneezing. Avoid them if possible.
2. Start him on an antihistamine such as Syp Benadryl or Chlorpheniramine. It will be soothing as it causes mild sedation.
3. Avoid any unnecessary over treatment with antibiotics. Use antibiotics only if you suspect bacterial infections such as streptococcal.
4. Room humidifier will be helpful.
5. Also, vapor rub will be good.
Hopefully this will help you. In case of any further questions, you may contact me.
Take care
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