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How To Treat Cough In A 5 Years Old Child?
My 5 year old has had a cough for 6 days now. For the past 5 days he was at 99.0 now today he is at 102.0 I took him to the doctor 3 days ago and they said everything was clear. But it just seems to be getting worse. Should I bring him in agian? Thank you In advance.
Thu, 30 Apr 2015
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I understand your query and concern.
Your symptoms are suggestive of Acute upper respiratory infection.I advise you to get an X ray PNS and CT PNS to confirm the diagnosis.Meanwhile I advise you to take Tab.Amoxiclav 625 mg twice daily for 1 week,Tab.levocet twice.Avoid allergic foods like tomato,brinjal etc.Drink hot soups and hot liquids.Avoid cold baths.Consult your physician for expert management and follow up.
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I understand your query and concern.
Your symptoms are suggestive of Acute upper respiratory infection.I advise you to get an X ray PNS and CT PNS to confirm the diagnosis.Meanwhile I advise you to take Tab.Amoxiclav 625 mg twice daily for 1 week,Tab.levocet twice.Avoid allergic foods like tomato,brinjal etc.Drink hot soups and hot liquids.Avoid cold baths.Consult your physician for expert management and follow up.
Hope I have answered your query at the moment.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you
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