Exclamation PointPlease call 911 immediately if you are having chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, sudden weakness or numbness, or if you think you have a medical emergency.

Coughs

Call 911 if your child:

Coughs in young children can be due to a number of illnesses. Most often, a cough gets better on its own and isn't often a cause for concern.

Call Doctor If:

1. Prevent Dehydration

2. Relieve Congestion

3. Ease Breathing

4. Make the Child Comfortable

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Hansa D. Bhargava, MD on September 08, 2011