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4 yr has parainfluenza since christmas found out went to er coughing so bad got breathing treatment codeine cough syrup not working what should i do ?

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Reevaluation: Since your child is not getting any better a reevaluation by your Pediatrician needs to be done. There may be pneumonia present that may need further treatment, or your child may need a home nebulizer or other medications.

Answered 12/30/2014

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