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My daughter is struggling to breathe with her cough/cold. i dont have a nebulizer, what can i do for her that is similar and will help her to breathe better?

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Dr. Dean Giannone answered

HFA medication.: The medications used via nebulous are also typically available in a pump form. Request this of Pediatrician.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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ER NOW!: They have the appropriate medicines in your local emergency room. Struggling to breath in a 5 year old could be asthma. Do not attempt over the counter inhalers with her. If you have a pediatrician you trust, they may be able to see her now. Hope this helps! Do not delay!

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A member asked:

My daughter is struggling to breathe with her cough/cold. i dont have a nebulizer, what can i do for her that is similar and will help her to breathe better?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Dean Giannone answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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