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18mo no allergies, no cf, no pcd, asthma that meds won't control, constant respirtory infections resist antibiotx. do some kids just always "rattle"?
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Many possible causes: There may be a number of conditions related to recurrent infections or chronic respiratory problems. It is important to see your physician to assess for aspiration, structural lung disease, cardiac disease or immune defects which may be related to these symptoms. I would suggest that they obtain a chest radiograph or CT scan of the chest. If there is evidence of aspiration, a swallowing test ...
Answered 1/5/2019
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Check for GERD: Kids shouldn't rattle. Should make sure gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) isn't contributing. Also immune work up for immunodeficiency is appropriate.
Answered 4/16/2016
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