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Is a cool most humidifier better for dry coughs and congestion or a warm mist humidifier better?
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Humidifier: should be cool for upper airway obstruction like croup and if it is a less than 1 yr ols it should be hot for sinusitis so nasal drainage liquefies and easy to drain make sure the machine is cleaned prior to use so there is no mold accumulation
Answered 11/19/2016
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