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What Is The Cause Of Thick Yellow Mucus In The Nose Accompanied By A Fever?

I can't decide if I should take my 8 mo old to the dr. He had a 103 temp two days ago but just a low 99 temp since that. He has lots of thick yellow mucus in his nose. At night he coughs a little at bedtime. Is this just a cold or more that would require a dr visit?
Mon, 6 Apr 2015
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Such symptoms generally occur due to common cold which is caused by certain viral infections. The yellow mucus does not indicate a bacterial infection. It is due to the sloughed out cells that form the inner lining of the sinuses and nose. It is not a cause of concern. Giving steam inhalation and some antiallergic should provide relief.

If the child starts wheezing or becomes lethargic, if the temperature is beyond control, or if the condition lasts more than 7-10 days - you would need to visit a doctor without delay.
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What Is The Cause Of Thick Yellow Mucus In The Nose Accompanied By A Fever?

Such symptoms generally occur due to common cold which is caused by certain viral infections. The yellow mucus does not indicate a bacterial infection. It is due to the sloughed out cells that form the inner lining of the sinuses and nose. It is not a cause of concern. Giving steam inhalation and some antiallergic should provide relief. If the child starts wheezing or becomes lethargic, if the temperature is beyond control, or if the condition lasts more than 7-10 days - you would need to visit a doctor without delay.