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Cold usually do not need to be treated however in case your child shows these symptoms they need medical attention-

• If your child develops a fever of more than 110.4⁰ F after first few days of cold along with crankiness, vomiting and pus draining from ears then the cold may have developed into ear infection. And you will need to see the doctor.
• If your child’s coughing sounds more like wheezing it may be due to asthma.
• If your child’s nasal congestion doesn’t get better in 14 days, it may mean sinusitis.

In babies, consult a doctor if,

• Baby is having difficulty in breathing
• Your baby has bluish lips
• Baby is not eating anything and vomiting

To know more see Why do Kids get Frequent Colds?

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