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My 10 month old has a cough, runny nose (green mucus) and eye discharge (occasional). recently transitioned to formula about 2 weeks ago. any advice?

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Pediatrician : Must check with a pediatrician, ask about putting a humidifier in the baby's room. Must also check for allergies.

Answered 3/30/2013

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Dr. Sandra Lora Cremers answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Cold cough: Green mucus discharge from the nose or eye can be a sign of a viral or bacterial infection. Severe discharge can be cultured to evaluate for a bacterial infection which should be treated with an antibiotic. Young children benefit from vitamin d supplements (protected sun exposure in the southern states in the winter works naturally; in the northern states, sugarfree vit d works well). See pedsmd.

Answered 6/11/2018

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Upper respiratory: Sounds like an upper respiratory infection. If it is only a day or two, then it is likely a virus. If 5-7 days then likely a bacterial infection. If other kids around, they likely helped contribute.

Answered 9/10/2016

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