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My 4 year old is very congested.. he is breathing with his mouth open. what can i give him to help clear it up?
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Rhinitis regime: Use a bulb syringe to remove mucus. Use salt water nose drops frequently yo clear his nasal passages .Use a cool mist vaporizer. Give him a half teaspoon of one of the various over the counter antihistamines twice a day.
Answered 4/12/2020
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