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What Causes Severe Cough In A Child?
My 11 year old daughter has had a deep cough with nothing coming up for about 5 days. No fever or sore throat. However she says it burns her lungs when she cough. Do you think she needs to go to urgent care for possible lung infection? I would think maybe bronchitis but she isn t coughing up anything, should I just wait it out?
Fri, 30 Dec 2016
Hello dear
I understand your concern
Your symptoms could be due to viral or allergic bronchitis, lung infection.
I would suggest to consult the paediatrician and undergo detailed examination
Doctor will give following advises:
-Cough syrup containing guaifenesin and dextromethorphan (Q tussin CF)
-Drink plenty of lukewarm water
-Steam inhalation 3-4 times a day
-Avoid cold beverages and exposure to pollutants
If you still have any other query then I will be happy to help you
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
I understand your concern
Your symptoms could be due to viral or allergic bronchitis, lung infection.
I would suggest to consult the paediatrician and undergo detailed examination
Doctor will give following advises:
-Cough syrup containing guaifenesin and dextromethorphan (Q tussin CF)
-Drink plenty of lukewarm water
-Steam inhalation 3-4 times a day
-Avoid cold beverages and exposure to pollutants
If you still have any other query then I will be happy to help you
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
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