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My mother in law is a dr and has just diagnosed my toddler with laringitis and wants me to give her antibiotics. should i?
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Viral: Laryngitis is viral. No need for antibiotics.
Answered 5/27/2017
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No!: Laryngitis is most often caused by a viral infection which will not need antibiotics. In fact, giving antibiotics for a viral infection might cause more problems. Is your daughter with high fever or problems breathing, or does she just have a hoarse voice. If only her voice is changed, increase liquids to drink and give tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain. If she has problems breathing or cough, see her doctor.
Answered 5/27/2017
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