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Question: My son last night came into my room crying last night complaining of headache gave paracetamol and he settled. This morning went to school as he said felt better. Collected him from school about 3:30 teacher told me he was subdued and quiet and said he felt ill. I took him home and temperature 39.4c no rash but flatulence and breath foul sulphur smelling his hands warm but feet very cold temperature 39 c gave child's brufen he has flushed cheeks sniffling very tired and states been to toilet x 2 today.
Brief Answer:
Fever
Detailed Answer:
Hello. I just read through your question.
This is very common in the pediatric age range. The most likely diagnosis in this age group is a harmless viral illness. These will usually come with fever for 2 to 3 days, and other vague complaints, such as headache, abdominal pain, etc...
The most important objective, is to keep the child comfortable. This is done with fluids for hydration, and fever control as you have been doing. Viral illnesses ultimately resolve on their own with no lingering effects. However, if the fever persists beyond 2 to 3 days I recommend consulting with your doctor. This could be an indication of an oncoming bacterial infection.
Fever
Detailed Answer:
Hello. I just read through your question.
This is very common in the pediatric age range. The most likely diagnosis in this age group is a harmless viral illness. These will usually come with fever for 2 to 3 days, and other vague complaints, such as headache, abdominal pain, etc...
The most important objective, is to keep the child comfortable. This is done with fluids for hydration, and fever control as you have been doing. Viral illnesses ultimately resolve on their own with no lingering effects. However, if the fever persists beyond 2 to 3 days I recommend consulting with your doctor. This could be an indication of an oncoming bacterial infection.
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