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A member asked:

My 9 month old son has a cold. it started with a fever, but now for the past couple days has a bad runny nose and cough.should i bring him to the doc?

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If.....: If in pain, very lethargic, dehydrated yes.If the fever is gone, sleeping well and acting close to normal, waiting a few days should be ok.

Dr Mumneh agreed

Answered 2/28/2016

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