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How do i relieve incessant cough for a five year old with the flu?

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Dr. Adam King answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics

Albuterol: Influenza has hit the milwaukee, wi area hard. Influenza commonly causes a bad cough for 7 to 10 days. Albuterol can be very helpful. However, i always worry about pneumonia evolving as a result of influenza. I recommend you see a pediatrician in the next day if you are concerned about your child's cough.

Answered 12/10/2013

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