[turnerl3]

My 5 mos old DS went to the Pedi on yesterday and was diagnosed with a viral infection and he was very congested.

The ped prescribed breathing maching with meds, antibiotics and decongestant meds. I am wondering if it's all worth trying to force it down his throat. I think the breast seems to be the best medication at this point. All he wants to do is nurse and sleep and he seems to be getting better.

 

[Kitten]

I'm confused. If your ped says this is a viral infection then why did he/she prescribe antibiotics?

: My pet peeve is doctors overprescribing antibiotics since it makes them less effective when you REALLY need them.

Somebody correct me if I am wrong but doesn't it also increase your risk of getting thrush when your DC gets antibiotics?

 

[Kindermama]

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Originally Posted by Kitten I'm confused. If your ped says this is a viral infection then why did he/she prescribe antibiotics? : My pet peeve is doctors overprescribing antibiotics since it makes them less effective when you REALLY need them. Somebody correct me if I am wrong but doesn't it also increase your risk of getting thrush when your DC gets antibiotics?

ditto.

antibiotics, imo, are only warranted when there is a bacterial infection that can cause complications if gone untreated. have you tried any homeopathy?
you can find a homeopath near you to treat him for his acute illness.
http://72.29.197.17:591/nch_director...h.htm&-findany

Acute cases usually run about $50 (much less than copays for drugs)