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When should my child see a doctor?
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If my child has a mild fever and is coughing, should I always take him to see a doctor? Or is a medication like advil/cough syrup for children sufficient? -
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A/Prof David Pincus
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Children should see a Doctor if they are significantly unwell. This is judged by problems such as breathing difficulties, drowsiness, pain or poor intake rather than having a fever or cough. Cough syrups are generally of no assistance.
If a child is mildly unwell, resting at home without seeing a Doctor is acceptable
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