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How long does a cold last in a 3 year old?

My baby is 3 years old and he has a cold. How long does a cold last in a 3 year old?

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A cold can last anywhere from 10-14 days. If patient has fever then he needs to be seen by a medical professional.
Colds can last 2-3 weeks. If your child develops new fever, ear pain or worsens, message or see your Pediatrician. ? Emma Raizman MD, FAAP [X] [X][X][X] Pediatrician, Medina ACHP Associate Professor of Pediatrics, NEOMED www.akronchildrens.org<http://www.akronchildrens.org/> 330-764-3457
Cold symptoms last 1 to 2 weeks. If symptoms last longer than 2 weeks or get worse over time, you should take your child to their doctor.