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A member asked:

My 19 mo has a cold. she just woke up choking & vomiting. i assume on the post nasal drip. took her a bit to catch her breath. should i be worried?

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Resp distress w baby: If there is any question as to the cause of difficulty breathing, particularly in a baby, they should be seen and examined by a doctor to make certain this is not something that is likely to further compromise their health and welfare.

Dr Chiu and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/28/2015

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