What to do for my 3-week-old with flu symptoms, grunting, and difficulty breathing while sleeping?
my 3 week old has had a bad flu for 2 weeks now with grunting and making weird sound while sleeping like difficulty breathing, congested nose while sleeping but no fever, he breastfeeds on demand,good wet diapers,
How would you describe your baby's breathing during sleep?:
- Consistent difficultyHas your baby shown any signs of fever?:
- No fever at allHow is your baby's feeding pattern?:
- Breastfeeds well and oftenHow many wet diapers is your baby producing each day?:
- 4-6Have you noticed any changes in your baby's energy levels?:
- Somewhat activeIs your baby experiencing any other symptoms?:
- CoughingHow long has your baby been congested?:
- More than 1 week100% Anonymously
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Hello sir See as per clinical history it seems viral infection There seems chances of fever Iam suggesting some medication for improvement. Please follow them for atleast a week Tablet Amoxicillin 500 mg twice a day for 5 days Tablet montair lc once a day for 3 days Tablet paracetamol 500 mg twice a day 6 hourly a day on fever only Steam twice a day for 15 days Ginger honey combination solution twice a day for 5 days Warm salt water rinses 6 hourly a day for 5 days Avoid cold food Hot fomentation application twice a day In case of no improvement consult ent surgeon in person for better clarity Most importantly Reduce the dose after consulting pediatrician since the above mentioned doses are for adults only Regards
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