A 8-year-old male asked:
my son is experiencing cough (quality: barky, hoarse, or hacking sounds) (worsened by: worse at night) , nasal congestion, headache (better by: rest) (quality: dull or aching sensation) (time frame: gradual onset) (side: left) (occurred: < 1 hour) (worse
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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered
36 years experience Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology
Mgt.: This is most likely a viral illness, which will resolve. If he is experiencing shortness of breath or chest pain, please see the ED.
Answered on Aug 13, 2017
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Dr. Al Hegab answered
40 years experience Allergy and Immunology
Needs to be seen: by his pediatrician, may very well have upper respiratory infection affecting his airways and causing such cough. He may need antibiotics, nebulized medications or otherwise, best wishes
Answered on Aug 13, 2017
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