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What medications can i give to a 4 year old that was diagnosed with croup?
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No need: Croup is a common acute respiratory illness caused by viral infection. Affected children make "croupy cough, " and experience breathing difficulty. Exposure to high humidity is of help. In case child experience significant breathing difficulty, seek a medical attention.
Answered 9/25/2013
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