Question 1

I'm breastfeeding my baby who's 2.5 months old, and for the past four days, I've been dealing with a runny nose and cough. Can someone recommend a good medicine I can take?

Accepted Answer

Tab dayquil for 5 days

Question 2

My daughter has a slight asthma problem and she gets a lot of coughing because of allergies. She's been told to use a nebuliser 4 times a day with 0.5ml asthalin and 0.5ml budecort mixed with 3ml NS. Also, she's on Monticope 2.5ml twice a day for 3 months. I'm wondering how long it'll take for her cough to go away with these medicines? I'm just really worried and looking for some guidance.

Accepted Answer

Yes,continue same treatment.Ecg and x-ray chest pa view is advised to the patient.

Question 3

I'm really curious about the vaccines for infants. Are the painless ones just as effective as the painful ones? How do they compare when it comes to building immunity? Also, I've noticed there's a difference in pricedo you think the cost is justified?

Accepted Answer

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)_: Frequent urination, dull pain in the lower abdomen, and pain radiating to the penis are common UTI symptoms.
2. _Kidney Stone_: The pain in your lower right abdomen and feeling of swelling could indicate a kidney stone.
3. _Prostatitis_: Inflammation of the prostate gland can cause frequent urination, pain in the lower abdomen, and pain radiating to the penis.
4. _Intermittent Bladder Obstruction_: Forcibly urinating to pass urine completely might indicate a blockage in the bladder.

_What to Do_

1. _Consult a urologist_: Schedule an appointment with a urologist to discuss your symptoms and determine the underlying cause.
2. _Urinalysis and imaging tests_: Your doctor may order a urinalysis, ultrasound, or CT scan to diagnose the issue.
3. _Stay hydrated_: Continue drinking plenty of water to help flush out your system.

_When to Seek Immediate Attention_

1. _Severe pain_: If your pain worsens or becomes unbearable.
2. _Blood in urine_: If you notice blood in your urine or semen.
3. _Fever or chills_: If you develop a fever or chills, which could indicate an infection

I'm really worried about my little boy. He's 2 years and 6 months and has been having a rough time with a persistent cough. He recently got over a fever, which was a relief, but now I'm not sure which cough syrup would be best for him. Could you help me figure out what's suitable for his age?

For your son's cough, you can consider giving him syrup brands like Benadryl, Tixylix, or Ascoril.

More Paediatrics Health Queries

I'm breastfeeding my baby who's 2.5 months old, and for the past four days, I've been dealing with a runny nose and cough. Can someone recommend a good medicine I can take?

I'm really curious about the vaccines for infants. Are the painless ones just as effective as the painful ones? How do they compare when it comes to building immunity? Also, I've noticed there's a difference in pricedo you think the cost is justified?

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