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How Can Cough And Cold In A Toddler Be Treated?
my 2 year old has had a cough and cod on and off for 3 weeeks now he was given a steroid and an albuterol inhaler and everytime i give him a breathing treatment his cough gets worse than when i dont. should i continue with the albuterol or take him back in for something else
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Hello,
As your toddler is just 2 years old. It is a very common age for a cough and cold. He will gradually develop immunity against it. Steroids are not recommended unless the condition is very severe. Salbutamol nebulizer will help relieve symptoms. Other normal medication can be used to relieve symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Neha Bavarva,
General & Family Physician
As your toddler is just 2 years old. It is a very common age for a cough and cold. He will gradually develop immunity against it. Steroids are not recommended unless the condition is very severe. Salbutamol nebulizer will help relieve symptoms. Other normal medication can be used to relieve symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Neha Bavarva,
General & Family Physician
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