- Female
- 35 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm a bit worried about my son who's just 2 months and 16 days old. He doesn't really show any obvious symptoms of a cold but I've noticed he sneezes once or twice in the evenings and sometimes I hear a sound from his chest, although not consistently. Could this mean he has a cold or cough, even though he doesn't have a runny or stuffy nose? What should I do?
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yes,visit your foe appropriate management
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Paediatrician
Answered 04/07/2025
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