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How Can Cough And Wheezing In An Infant Be Treated?
6 week old baby with a cough and slight wheezing. She has been to the DR they said to let the virus run its course. However now when she coughs her lips turn purple when she stops coughing her color returns to normal. Is this normal or should we take her to urgent care.
Wed, 26 Jul 2017
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Bluish discoloration of lips while coughing in a baby is very concerning. Causes like epiglottitis and croup should be looked for .
The baby needs to be taken to the emergency room/call 911 as soon as possible. Immediate medical attention is needed.
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Dr.Lekshmi
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Bluish discoloration of lips while coughing in a baby is very concerning. Causes like epiglottitis and croup should be looked for .
The baby needs to be taken to the emergency room/call 911 as soon as possible. Immediate medical attention is needed.
Hope this answers your questions
Please address further questions here
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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