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When Treating a Cold extra fluids are recommended
Since it is caused by a virus, antibiotics do not work against the common cold. Extra fluids, a cool mist humidifier, and rest will likely help with some of his symptoms. Younger children, since they can't blow their nose, may benefit from using saline nasal drops and a bulb syringe to help keep their nasal passages clear.
Chicken pox
Usually a mild disease caused by a virus. It is very contagious. The most common symptoms are fever and rash. The rash begins as small red bumps that quickly develop into clear blisters on a red base. The blisters then become fluid filled and break within 24 hours—leaving a brownish scab. New blisters will form for 3 to 4 days.
Bronchiolitis
A condition in which the lower airways that carry air to the lungs (bronchioles) swell and collect mucous. Usually bronchiolitis affects children 2 to 12 months. It is rare after age 2.
Lupus
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (also called Lupus or SLE for short) is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect joints, muscles, skin, kidneys, nervous system, lungs, heart and the blood forming organs.
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