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My 2.5 year old daughter has had a runny nose for two days and now a cough and grunting when breathing. also low fever. should i take her to the dr?.

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Best thing : To do is take her to her doctor. The grunting is a bit concerning

Dr Lewis agreed

Answered 1/31/2015

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