“Should I take my child to the ER?”
My child has developed wheezing due to cold and cough. I have been trying humidifiers and nebulizers but we aren't seeing any relief. Is it appropriate to take him to the ER?
2 Answers
Good afternoon!
It is usually better to see his pediatrician or pulmonologist if you can get an appointment soon enough depending on severity of symptoms.
If you are worried and wheezing and shortness of breath is worsening it is always reasonable to take your child to ER or urgent care for evaluation.
Hope this helps.
Dr.Nikolic
It is usually better to see his pediatrician or pulmonologist if you can get an appointment soon enough depending on severity of symptoms.
If you are worried and wheezing and shortness of breath is worsening it is always reasonable to take your child to ER or urgent care for evaluation.
Hope this helps.
Dr.Nikolic
Hello;
To get to the point, yes you should. I do not know the particulars but failure to improve with time and therapy is an indication to seek a higher level of help. If a physician has been treating your child, try to reach him/her first, but if you cannot reach or get a return answer go to the ER without delay
To get to the point, yes you should. I do not know the particulars but failure to improve with time and therapy is an indication to seek a higher level of help. If a physician has been treating your child, try to reach him/her first, but if you cannot reach or get a return answer go to the ER without delay
