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My 17 month old keeps getting a cold, sinus congestion and ear-aches. he gets sick once every 1-2 months, cystic fibrosis? screening was clear. latino

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Allergy: Many infants at this age have the same symptoms and this may be allergy related. Have you tried an over the counter anti-histamine decongestant ? If this does not help you should see your Dr

Answered 3/22/2016

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Follow up/Cilia: Children of this age can have multiple common viral illnesses during the course of a year, especially if they attend daycare. If he is otherwise well, growing and developing normally there may be no abnormality. Other considerations include defects in the cilia. It is important to follow up with you physician.

Answered 11/28/2017

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