Question 1

is it possible to put vicks vapor rub on your feet to stop a cough?

Accepted Answer

Not possible: Vicks vapo rub on your feet will not stop your cough.

Question 2

3 year old is limping. there is no bruising/swelling on his foot/ankle. it hurts on the bottom. also has 100.3 fever, cough and running nose. related?

Accepted Answer

Possibly related: It is possible that all the symptoms are related.
However, with no apparent injury, I would suggest having your child evaluated by his DR.

This may be secondary to a viral condition, but is concerning enough to warrant a full evaluation.

Question 3

how many feet does a cough travel?

Accepted Answer

Cough: Travels about the width of 2 supermarket aisles with shelves in between

Question 4

having shortness of breath and swelling feet and a wheezing cough.. what could this means ?

Accepted Answer

Heart / lung problem: you want to see your doctor or go to the hospital, you may have asthma or your heart is failing , wish you wellness

Question 5

cold ,cough ,fever,loose motions,sore body, cold feets and hot body?

Accepted Answer

? flu: rest, fluids, pain killers, OTC cough meds, if symptoms persist or worsen , see your doctor, best wishes

Question 6

hi my son has cough and cold.he's almost 4months can i use vicks 0 scent pads wid humidifier & rubbing vicks on his chest & feet.wat can i do othr sug?

Accepted Answer

Irritating: Vick's chest rub can be irritating to young lungs and at time has triggered wheezing. Room humidification is a better option for infants.

Question 7

baby has cold hands and feet, no temp, cough , cold runny nappies and sickness. what do we do?

Accepted Answer

Infant Circulation: Dear mom,  as long as your baby doesn't act sick, has normal activity, appetite and sleep then there is nothing to worry about.  Infants normally have variable circulation to hands and feet which is the likely reason for your observation of cold hands and feet.  Best regards,  dr. Mease.

Question 8

i have athletes foot and also a terrible dry cough with gagging. could they be related? can a foot fungus travel to the lungs if left untreated?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: theoretically possible, practically unlikely. the two are  most likely unrelated.  you should get  your athlete foot treated

Question 9

my son is recovering from a fever/cough and ive given him medicine. im thankful that his other body parts isnt warm.. except for his hands and feet. is it something i should be concern of?

Accepted Answer

: Probably not.  Watch for worsening of his cough with shortness of breath and keep him well hydrated.

Question 10

my mom age 50 has swelling and pain in both the foot for more than a month,her esr is140,crp is 47,hb 8.3,cough for more than 2 months wt should we do?

Accepted Answer

Autoimmune disorder : your mother has signs and symptoms of some type of autoimmune disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. Chronic infections such as TB or endocarditis also a possibility. She needs further work up and referred to a specialist, possibly rheumatologist

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Is it possible to put vicks vapor rub on your feet to stop a cough?

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3 year old is limping. there is no bruising/swelling on his foot/ankle. it hurts on the bottom. also has 100.3 fever, cough and running nose. related?

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How many feet does a cough travel?

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Having shortness of breath and swelling feet and a wheezing cough.. what could this means ?

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Cold ,cough ,fever,loose motions,sore body, cold feets and hot body?

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Hi my son has cough and cold.he's almost 4months can i use vicks 0 scent pads wid humidifier & rubbing vicks on his chest & feet.wat can i do othr sug?

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Baby has cold hands and feet, no temp, cough , cold runny nappies and sickness. what do we do?

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I have athletes foot and also a terrible dry cough with gagging. could they be related? can a foot fungus travel to the lungs if left untreated?

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My son is recovering from a fever/cough and ive given him medicine. im thankful that his other body parts isnt warm.. except for his hands and feet. is it something i should be concern of?

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My mom age 50 has swelling and pain in both the foot for more than a month,her esr is140,crp is 47,hb 8.3,cough for more than 2 months wt should we do?

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