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What Causes Cough And Wheezing In A Child?

Hi, I took my 9 month old daughter 2 a clinic because she had runny nose un a little cough and thay said it was a cold but had a gut feeling that it was more than a cold so I took her to see the gp and he said she had a viral infection but she seems to be worse 2day she keeps having coughing fits witch is making her keking and bringing flem up on times. Gp sed chest was clear yday but is wheezy. I m consernd it could be more than I viral, she seems to b worse 2day not better!
Fri, 8 Feb 2019
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Hello,

Please note that viral infections take up to 1 week to clear up. If there is a breathing problem or the child is drowsy, then he needs hospitalization.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician
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What Causes Cough And Wheezing In A Child?

Hello, Please note that viral infections take up to 1 week to clear up. If there is a breathing problem or the child is drowsy, then he needs hospitalization. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician