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Can nebulizing with normal seline help with chest congestion in toddlers? what are some tips for clearing severe chest congestion in 3 yrs old?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Nebulizing with: saline will help just as much as a humidifier/vaporizer. It sounds like the child needs to be checked by a doctor to see if there is a bronchitis or asthma/wheezing. The treatment for those things is different and needs an evaluation.

Dr Crane and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/16/2015

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A member asked:

Can nebulizing with normal seline help with chest congestion in toddlers? what are some tips for clearing severe chest congestion in 3 yrs old?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Dr Crane and another doctor agreed

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