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3 year old has congestion and a cough. what are some more natural ways to clear it up? saline and shower steam dont seem to be helping.
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See Your Doctor Now: More info needed in order to make safe recommendations for your 3 yo child: duration of symptoms, fever, past medical history, & more. Viruses are very frequent cause of such symptoms however complications do occur eg. Pneumonia, Bronchospasm & more. Be aware children have limited communication skills, clues to worsening may be easily missed. See your doctor now for correct diagnosis & treatment.
Answered 11/28/2014
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