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Cold

Viral infection of the nose and throat, most commonly caused by rhinovirus, is called cold. The symptoms of cold are a runny nose, sore throat, cough, chest congestion, body ache, headache, sneezing, fever, and fatigue. These symptoms last for about 7 to 10 days.

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My 5-year-old son is thin and sick quite often. Please suggest a diet plan improve his overall health.

Query: Hi doctor, My son is five years old. He looks small and thin when compared to his friends. He often gets sick with a cold and fever. I want to make my child healthy and strong. Could you please suggest a diet plan that improves my child’s health? Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Balanced Meals: Ensure your child receives a well-balanced diet with various nutrients. Include foods from all food groups: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins (such as chicken, fish, beans, and lentils), and dairy or dairy alternatives. Fruits and Vegetables...  Read Full »

Why does my 40-month-old son keep getting cold frequently?

Query: Hello doctor, My son is 40 months old and weighs 44.09 lbs. He joined play school around ten months back and has been prone to cold every month. He also gets cold if he travels to a new place by car. During his cold, he is active, eats well, and bowel motion is also normal. Every month I use any one...  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is common to have such frequent infections till 8 years of age due to weak immune systems. Give a nutritious and balanced diet. Follow hygiene and respiratory etiquette. No change in medication is required.  Read Full »

My baby has had a runny nose and cough for the past few days. What to do?

Query: Hello doctor, My baby has had a runny nose for the past few days. He had also developed a cough and makes a wheezy sound. He does not have a fever. He does not have any other health issues. I gave him Ketotifen syrup along with a normal saline nasal drop. But his condition is not improving. He is al...  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. I suggest a few tips to help your baby breathe more easily. 1. Keep your baby's nose clear. Use a bulb syringe or suction device to remove any mucus from your baby's nose. This can help to reduce congestion and...  Read Full »

What could be the reason for my son's headache?

Query: Hi doctor, My son is 5 years old now. He was having a partial obstruction issue when he was three years old. It got cleared without a surgery. He has never complained to us about a stomach pain or any difficulty in the stomach. But he does not have a weight gain. He is 35.27 lbs now. He is very acti...  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your child's weight is fine for his age. There is nothing to worry. Give him a balanced, nutritious diet regularly. A headache during cold is a common association. It goes away after a resolution of cold. If it is persistent, then there is a need to worry. Some kids swe...  Read Full »

Is there any problem in giving multivitamin tablets along with cough syrup to my three-year-old son?

Query: Hi doctor, My three year old son is suffering from cold and cough. His doctor prescribed Rapitus plus along with Levolin inhaler for three days, Foracort inhaler two puffs daily (once in the morning and once at night) for three months. I am giving him Zincovit, Immuno Bliss and Septilin regularly. C...  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you can use Septilin and Immuno Bliss along with Rapitus plus syrup (combination of Levodropropizine and Chlorpheniramine maleate). These medicines boost the fighting capacity against allergies and infections. For further information consult a pediatrician onli...  Read Full »

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