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When an 18m old is sick and congested is a humidifier helpful or should i use de-humidifier. someone told me adding moisture makes it worse?
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Mgt: It really depends on the illness, but in general a cool mist humidifier can relieve swelling in the nose and airway, providing some relief.
Answered 2/1/2017
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