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My son is 3 weeks old and is stuffy and coughing it sounds like he can't even breath out of his nose. i tried sucking it out but it hasn't helped:( ?

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Dr. Danny Westmoreland answered

Environment: I would make sure my child did not have an infection. Also, running a vaporizer makes a big difference in respiratory problems in children.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 4/6/2013

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A member asked:

My son is 3 weeks old and is stuffy and coughing it sounds like he can't even breath out of his nose. i tried sucking it out but it hasn't helped:( ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Danny Westmoreland answered

Dr Ali agreed

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