A female asked:
is it safe to use a humidifier and a heater for my child with bronchiolitis? reason for heater is because her room gets cold. which is better for her?
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Dr. Jonathan Jassey answered
16 years experience Pediatrics
Bronchiolitis: Cool mist humidifier can help. The heater is fine too. The nebulizer will be the biggest help for bronchiolitis.
Answered on Jan 16, 2015
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