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A 39-year-old male asked about a female:

My 5 year old daughter had allot of congestion making her cough a lot at night and not get much sleep. she's not taking any of it out. what shouldwedo?

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Dr. Al Hegabanswered

Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience

See her doctor: she needs to be evaluated, over the counter medicines won't be enough, as she might need antibiotics/prescription medicines

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