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My daughter had tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy four days ago. since then, she is experiencing like a constant barking cough that is keeping her awake at night along with the pain from the surgery. what can we do to help with this barking cough?

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Dr. David Kam answered

Medication: You can give her liquid Benadryl according to her weight to help with the cough.

Answered 3/31/2018

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