@tracy_tysonmd: Why don’t pediatricians recommend cough medicine for young kids anymore? 🤧 Because coughing is usually doing a job, it helps clear mucus and keep the airways open. And studies of OTC cough/cold medicines in children haven’t shown enough benefit to outweigh the potential side effects. Instead of simply suppressing the cough, we want to ask: Why is your child coughing? For a typical viral cold, postnasal drip is often a big contributor. Nasal saline can help loosen mucus, moisturize irritated nasal passages, and make it easier to clear those secretions. 💡 Treat the cause, not just the sound of the cough. And remember: honey can help cough in children over 1 year old, but never give honey to a baby under 12 months. 🍯 Persistent cough, trouble breathing, wheezing, dehydration, or a child who looks very sick deserves medical evaluation. Follow for practical, evidence-based pediatrics without the panic. 🩺 #Pediatrics #Cough #KidsHealth #ParentingTips #Pediatrician

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Thursday 17 September 2026 12:50:56 GMT