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3 year old boy with fever for 1 day, cough 3 days, wheeze and runny nose . on xray it says asthmatic bronchitis . does he need antibiotic ?
10 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Cough: He may have bronchiolitis which is usually viral in origin.Bronchiolitis and asthma can give you a similar x-ray picture. Push fluid and use the vaporizer or humidifier as a source for steam.
Answered 9/9/2013
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Probably not.: It doesn't sound like a bacterial pneumonia. But if the fever persists or he gets worse, i'd call your doctor back. 'asthmatic bronchitis' and viral infections look very similar on xrays.
Answered 3/31/2015
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NO NO NO: It is viral, supportive treatment only, fluids tylenol (acetaminophen) albuterol may be helpful.
Answered 9/9/2013
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