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My 3 y/o has a bad cough and temp of 100. should i take to the er?

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Dr. John McMahan answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Cough in a 3 y/o: I would call your pediatrician to get advice. Sometimes there are quicker alternatives like a walk-in clinic or your doctor's office.

Answered 9/28/2016

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