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4 month old seems to have developed a "fake cough" she seems healthy and it has a fake sound to it. normal for a 4mo old? a way of communication?
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Go to doctor: Fake cough? Are you really serious? Your baby has a cough. Please take this infant to the doctor to determine the cause. Heart trouble can be a cause and can be very serious.
Answered 11/28/2017
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? fake ?: Please never imply adult levels of "fakeness" to a baby.They have neither the need or thought processes that can sustain that kind of behavior.The kid is likely clearing their airway from irritants in their environment.Invest some time reading about normal childhood development. It is remarkable in it's own right, and might prevent you from mistakes later on.
Answered 6/1/2016
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