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Good day. my 3 1/2 month old has runny nose is very fussy, drools alot and keeps chewing hands. could he be teething? his gums are swollen and when you rub them he relaxes. he has no fever.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Yes: Many find using a chilled teething ring helpful. You can invest in several and rotate them from your freezer to kid & back as they warm up.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 7/30/2018

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A member asked:

Good day. my 3 1/2 month old has runny nose is very fussy, drools alot and keeps chewing hands. could he be teething? his gums are swollen and when you rub them he relaxes. he has no fever.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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