My little one is 15 months old and she seems to catch colds really easily. At first, the doctor suggested using a steamer for hot steam, but I'm worried about her getting burned. Then, another doctor recommended using a nebulizer with saline water, which gives cold steam. I'm a bit confused. Which method would give her better relief, or do they both work the same way?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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Both steam inhalation and nebulization with saline can help manage cold symptoms, Nebulization is typically safer

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