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By Vincent Iannelli, M.D., About.com Guide

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A preschooler getting a neb treatment with a mouthpiece, although he would likely be better off using a mask.
A preschooler getting a neb treatment with a mouthpiece.

A preschooler getting a neb treatment with a mouthpiece, although he would likely be better off using a mask.

Photo (c) 2007 Vincent Iannelli, MD licensed to About.com, Inc.
Remember that most younger children should use a nebulizer with a mask that fits over their mouth and nose.

The main problem with simply using a nebulizer with a mouthpiece is that if your younger child is breathing through his nose, then he won't get the medicine in the nebulizer.

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