Question 1

is vicks vapor rub bad for you if you have emphysema?

Accepted Answer

Depends on you: Not unless it triggers cough or other respiratory compromise.

Question 2

hi docs, do you think it's bad to put vicks vapor rub on my one month old baby?

Accepted Answer

I'd avoid it: Vicks is an aromatic rub that some find pleasing during respiratory illness.I find that the aroma causes increasing nasal congestion in infants and don't recommend it under the age of 3 years.

Question 3

i'll be 10 weeks tomorrow. i have a very bad cold,was wondering is it safe to use vapor rub? also, vicks warmsteam vaporizer with vapopads or vaporste

Accepted Answer

Yes it is Safe: It is safe to use but still ask your OB Doctor if it is ok to use

Question 4

is it bad to put vapor rub in your vagina?

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Skin: We often do not use the words 'bad' or 'good' when describing health. But, there would be no normal or therapeutic reason for one to put vapo rub on one's vagina.  It sounds like it would burn and lead to skin damage and possibly infection.

Question 5

can i put vicks vapor rub under my nose to relieve congestion. is it bad?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can: Don't get it in your nose, and do not rub it in your eyes, but you can put some under your nose to relieve congestion.

Question 6

i have read that white vinegar and also vicks vapor rub is very good to put on for toe fungus. my toe is not that bad but i do not want to take the medication .would you believe this would work those two options?

Accepted Answer

: No. I see no likelihood that either would do anything but stink up your toe.

Question 7

my baby has a bad cough that won't let her sleep. i put vapor rub on her chest and have a cool mist humidifier on for her. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Depends: You don't state the age. Sleep cough does not necessarily indicate infection. Cough is a reflex and can be initiated by an irritable nercous system. If bottle fed try nutramigen. If older, remove all forms of sugar, all this assumes that your baby does not have fever or any indication of infection.

Question 8

my 5 year old daughter been fighting a bad cough for 2 weeks i've done everything that i know of; cough medicine, chloraseptic , steam bath, vapor rub, i've got a fan blowing on her, have a humidifier and shes propped up! she can't stop! should i bring he

Accepted Answer

See the doctor today: Pertussis or other bacterial laryngotracheitis infection may be present, and this has gone on long enough. Pneumonia is also possible at this point, and of course, these problems are serious.

Question 9

my 5 year old daughter has had a severely bad cough for about 2 weeks now & without having any fever.  i have done everything that i know to do....cough medicine, chloraseptic, steam bath, vapor rub on her chest, i've got a fan blowing on her so she don't

Accepted Answer

Time for a visit: Persistence of a severe cough for this length of time is worth a visit. There are forms of reactive airway disease that can respond to treatment if they are picked up on exam. This may represent a mild form of asthma or a response to a mild sinus infection. Other things may also be contributing to the process.

Question 10

is vick's vapor rub safe to use?

Accepted Answer

If you use it: According to directions, been around forever

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Is vicks vapor rub bad for you if you have emphysema

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Is vicks vapor rub bad for you if you have emphysema?

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Hi docs, do you think it's bad to put vicks vapor rub on my one month old baby?

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I'll be 10 weeks tomorrow. i have a very bad cold,was wondering is it safe to use vapor rub? also, vicks warmsteam vaporizer with vapopads or vaporste

A member asked:

Is it bad to put vapor rub in your vagina?

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Can i put vicks vapor rub under my nose to relieve congestion. is it bad?

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I have read that white vinegar and also vicks vapor rub is very good to put on for toe fungus. my toe is not that bad but i do not want to take the medication .would you believe this would work those two options?

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My baby has a bad cough that won't let her sleep. i put vapor rub on her chest and have a cool mist humidifier on for her. any suggestions?

A member asked:

My 5 year old daughter been fighting a bad cough for 2 weeks i've done everything that i know of; cough medicine, chloraseptic , steam bath, vapor rub, i've got a fan blowing on her, have a humidifier and shes propped up! she can't stop! should i bring he

A member asked:

My 5 year old daughter has had a severely bad cough for about 2 weeks now & without having any fever. i have done everything that i know to do....cough medicine, chloraseptic, steam bath, vapor rub on her chest, i've got a fan blowing on her so she don't

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Is vick's vapor rub safe to use?

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