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I have a 7 month old son who has a cold, and his nose is running a lot? is there something i can give him so it can dry his nose up some?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Cold: If he has a cold you can use a bulb syringe to suck out the mucus. Then use salt water nose drops 4 times a day. Also use a vaporizer.

Answered 5/5/2013

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A member asked:

I have a 7 month old son who has a cold, and his nose is running a lot? is there something i can give him so it can dry his nose up some?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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