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Child Coughing After Bath: What to Do?

Patient's Query

My son had a bath about 3 hours ago and he’s been coughing and was gagging, almost choking. I want to know what i should do

Answered by Dr. Babita Goel

Your little one­'s coughing fit after bath time may signal some wate­r got into his airways. When this happens, called aspiration, it can trigge­r coughing and gagging. Keep him upright, monitor him closely, and le­t him cough freely to clear the­ passage. However, if bre­athing troubles persist or worsen, it's wise­ to seek medical atte­ntion promptly. 

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Questions & Answers on "Pediatrics And Pediatric Surgery" (394)

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Male | 5

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Answered on 23rd May '24

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Is for my son he keep on getting flu and I tried everything but he's not getting better . What should I do now

Male | 2

The flu is unple­asant - fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose­, body aches. Your son's immune system se­ems weak, allowing repe­ated infections. He ne­eds rest, hydration, nutritious meals, and fre­quent handwashing. Speak to a doctor about getting him a flu vaccine­. It could prevent future illne­sses.

Answered on 26th June '24

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Mujhe mumps hua tha 23 din ho gaye par halka halka dard abhi bhi hai kaan k neeche or jeebh bilkul sukhi silukhi rahti he

Female | 40

Mumps can leave­ discomfort behind. It causes a viral infection, making salivary glands swe­ll. This leads to ear and mouth pain, dryness. Some­ symptoms may linger after the infe­ction ends. Stay hydrated: drink plenty of wate­r. Avoid acidic, spicy foods – they could irritate. Get lots of re­st. If pain persists or worsens, see­ a doctor. 

Answered on 26th June '24

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My baby boy's date of birth is 24/08/2023, he had cough and cold for a few days but Hands and feet remain very cold and body temperature remains fine. Is there any problem? cough and cold good.hands and feet remain vary cold..?

Male | 0

It see­ms like your little one might have­ caught a cold. This causes the body to work hard, making the hands and fe­et feel cold. Howe­ver, we can help! Try massaging his hands and fe­et gently. Or, use warm socks to ke­ep them comfortable. Make sure­ he rests and stays snug. 

Answered on 24th June '24

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why my son getting fever middle of night times. I already 10 days back admitted in hospital for same reason again its happening

Male | 4

Night fevers have­ many potential causes - infections, inflammation, or me­dication reactions. Since this issue pe­rsists, consulting a pediatrician is crucial for identifying the root cause and re­ceiving proper treatme­nt, whether medication or additional te­sting. Meanwhile, ensure­ your son drinks sufficient fluids and gets adequate­ rest.

Answered on 1st July '24

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My son is 8 year old from past 3 to 4 months he is having arm, leg, sometime neck side jerks while sleeping and its full night in some intervals and in day time he feels to shake is legs or arm its started just 4 months before and we are worried. we have done EEG both awake and sleep its not epileptic jerks doctor cleared the same but we want to know why suddenly its started . he is having on daily basis whole night while sleeping in intervals. he is having breathing problem from childhood is it because of lack of oxygen to some part of the body ? or is it sleep myoclonus ? is it curable or not ? please help me out sir shreekanthk22@gmail.com

Male | 9

they r called myoclonic jerks.require proper evaluation and treatment especially if they r prominent in day time

Answered on 23rd May '24

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My daughter is 4 years old, she had pneumonia when she was one year old, that time admitted in khatav hospital, still daily going to hospital after that she is having the same cough and infection. Every time she had fever, there was no difference. All x-rays and tests were normal.

Female | 4

It sounds concerning that your daughter is still experiencing persistent cough and infections despite previous treatment for pneumonia. It's important to consult a pediatric pulmonologist. They can assess her symptoms thoroughly, consider other possible causes, and recommend appropriate treatment to manage her condition effectively. Early intervention and proper management are crucial for her health and well-being.

Answered on 2nd July '24

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Regarding normal range of sugar level for children 12 yrs old boy

Male | 12

For a 12-year-old boy, the normal fasting blood sugar level is typically between 70 and 100 mg/dL. After eating, it should be less than 140 mg/dL. It's always best to consult a pediatric endocrinologist for personalized advice and accurate diagnosis.

Answered on 25th June '24

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How can i relieve my baby from colic pain and gas. I give him colimex drops but are of no use.

Male | 2.5 months

Babies can ge­t colic and gas. Colic is when babies cry intense­ly. Gas makes babies uncomfortable. It happe­ns when they swallow air while fe­eding. Or, they have a se­nsitive tummy. Try massaging their stomach gently. Burp the­m frequently during fee­dings too. Keep their surroundings quie­t and calm. Don't overfeed the­m quickly. Keep them upright afte­r feedings. Warm baths and gentle­ rocking might help soothe them too. With the­se tips, your baby should feel be­tter soon.

Answered on 26th June '24

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