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14 year old male is currently treated for bronchitis with prednisone and albuterol inhaler. next week he is scheduled for vacation. is it okay to go in the ocean water or any other dont s to prevent pneumonia?cold drinks , ice cream okay?
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If he is otherwise we'll and in no distress, he may resume his normal activities. Use swimmer's ear drops prior to swimming, to prevent infection. If he has shortness of breath, please see your PCP. An inhaled steroid may be indicated for asthma.
Answered 6/9/2021
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