3 month old baby has a cough

Question 1

My 3 month old baby has a cough, runny nose and her eyes tears a lot and seem swollen. she is also sleeping a lot. what can i do and is this normal?

Answer

See a physician: I will get her checked by a physician. Most probably viral infection but want to make sure if Flu or not.

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Question 2

My 3 month old baby has congestion in her nose and a nasty cough. what should i do?

Answer

Saline solution: Apply 4 drops into the nostril with chin looking up the ceiling, let it stay one minute before suctioning the nose. Steaming up the bathroom will help... Read More

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Cold & cough: Being this young, bring your child to the pediatrician to make sure what infection he has in addition to a virus. If he also has a wheeze, precautions... Read More

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Question 3

I think my 3 month old baby has a cold. she has a runny nose and a wet cough. there are no signs of a fever. should i be giving her medication?

Answer

No: The first months are troubled by narrow nasal passages & exposure to dust, fragrances, smoke & other irritants.Baby tries to flush these out o... Read More

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Question 4

I have a 3 month old baby which was diagnosed with whooping cough. he has been on anti biotics for 5 days but the cough is still the same. any advise on how to manage the cough ?

Answer

Patience: The cough of pertussis can last 3 months. If it is interfering with feeding/drinking/etc. close monitoring in a hospital setting may be required. The ... Read More

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Question 5

3 month old baby's third week of rsv. now cough sounds like croup although she's been receiving albuterol-nebulizer treatments (6x/day for 4 days, 3x/?

Answer

Hang in there!: We usually try albuterol treatments for RSV in babies. About one third of babies respond. As long as she is not spiking a fever now and her breathing... Read More

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Question 6

I have bodyaches, weak, no fever or cough & i feel very cold. could this be the flu? i'm a breastfeeding mother to a 3 month old baby.

Answer

It is possible: That you may be coming down with the flu especially if you are not getting enough sleep. You will be more prone to catching a cold or any virus. Get p... Read More

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Question 7

What should be the average weight of 3 month old infant?

Answer

Depends: Full term females at 3 months typically weigh 4.5 to 6.5 kg. Full term males at 3 months of age typically weigh 5.5 to 7.5 kg.

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Question 8

Does molasses carry the same infant botulism risk as honey? i'm scared for my husband and i to eat food with it around our 3 month old.

Answer

Botulism: Botulism poisoning in infants has been caused by contaminated honey, molasses, and Caro syrup. Best to avoid these in your infant's diet.

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Question 9

Which infant formula is best for a 3 month old boy with terrible colic\wind, and is greenish poop normal? currently using similac total comfort 1.

Answer

Green poo: The poo is colored by bile added during digestion.It starts out dark green and transitions through yellows to brown over time.Green poo just means the... Read More

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Question 10

I would like to enquire for an infant 3 months old coughing should i go to a paedetrician or general practitioners should be able to help?

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Who is available ?: Either may be fine in general. There are few conditions with cough that require treatment at that age but either doc would likely have the training &a... Read More

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3 month old baby has a cough

My 3 month old baby has a cough, runny nose and her eyes tears a lot and seem swollen. she is also sleeping a lot. what can i do and is this normal?

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My 3 month old baby has congestion in her nose and a nasty cough. what should i do?

I think my 3 month old baby has a cold. she has a runny nose and a wet cough. there are no signs of a fever. should i be giving her medication?

I have a 3 month old baby which was diagnosed with whooping cough. he has been on anti biotics for 5 days but the cough is still the same. any advise on how to manage the cough ?

3 month old baby's third week of rsv. now cough sounds like croup although she's been receiving albuterol-nebulizer treatments (6x/day for 4 days, 3x/?

I have bodyaches, weak, no fever or cough & i feel very cold. could this be the flu? i'm a breastfeeding mother to a 3 month old baby.

What should be the average weight of 3 month old infant?

Does molasses carry the same infant botulism risk as honey? i'm scared for my husband and i to eat food with it around our 3 month old.

Which infant formula is best for a 3 month old boy with terrible colic\wind, and is greenish poop normal? currently using similac total comfort 1.

I would like to enquire for an infant 3 months old coughing should i go to a paedetrician or general practitioners should be able to help?

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