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I was going to give my 2month baby saline drops. but her pediatrician said not to. and her nose is still running. what should i do?

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Dr. Sari Nabulsi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Saline: saline drops inside the nose followed by suctioning is an sad and effective in helping with congestion and runny nose

Answered 1/31/2015

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