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A member asked:

What can i do if my 5 months old baby got cold and i read i should keep him with fluids so is water ok?

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Dr. Craig Smith answered

Specializes in Urology

Yes: Nursing is best if still able, then pediolyte, then water.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/20/2013

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