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My 7 month old son has been wheezing for a long time..His pediatrian has dianosed him with a respiratory infection a few months ago and then he had a throat infection. He was on antibiotics and breathing treatments. Every time I take him for his check up she tells us he is fine but then he starts wheezing again within days. so now he is wheezing and he seems to be having a harder time breathing.. my question is what kind of doctor do I need to take him to, to get him better.. and what could this be?
A pediatrician is the right person to take him to, but if you are not getting the correct answers or relief from him, request a second opinion. This looks to be an allergic childhood wheeze. It may also follow certain viral infections of the lungs.
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Dr. Taher Kagalwala
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I come from India, practising since 23 years. Specially interested in infections, asthma, neonatology and parenting. I have authored a book on Parenting.It is called "Child Care: From Birth to Eighteen". It is available all over India. Feel free to contact me on drtaher@gmail.com. I have my professional site at Blogspot. Here, you can read good advice and also seek a professional online consultation for a small fee. Do check out http://drtaherforkids.blogspot.com.
Experience
Qualified Pediatrician practising since 23 years.
Visiting major hospitals such as Saifee Hospital and Masina Hospital in Mumbai, India.
Organizations
Indian Academy of Pediatrics, life member.
Mumbai Branch of the I.A.P., life member.
Genetics Chapter of the I.A.P.
Publications
Indian Pediatrics, Indian Journal of Pediatrics, Toxicology Abstracts.
Education/Credentials
M.D., D.C.H.
Awards and Honors
Gold Medallist in D.C.H., April, 1985
Highest aggregate marks in University of Mumbai, for M.D. ( Pediatrics ), October 1986.
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