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My child is wheezing when exhaling has a harsh cough an voice.steam isn't helping him he is sleeping inbetween coughing i will be taking him to docs?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: If he is wheezing ; having difficulty breathing - he needs prompt medical care.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 1/29/2014

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