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Suggest Treatment For High Fever And Abdominal Infection
Question: I think I have a touch of the flu Im running a 102.9 temp and a very upset stomach
Brief Answer:
consult a physician for antipyretics,probiotics and maintain fluid balance
Detailed Answer:
Hello xxxxxxxxxx,
Thank you for writing in to us at health care magic. This is Dr.Riyanka Chail glad to be answering your query.
Your symptoms are suggestive of flu (viral in nature).
It is not advisable to take asprin in viral infections. If i was your treating physician i would recommend antipyretics like paracetamol 500mg 8th hourly (maximum dosage of not more than 2000 mg per day) to control fever.
Since it seems like viral so it is self limiting and shall last a week.
Since you are having stomach upset it is advisable to take lots of fluids and juices to maintain hydration and electrolyte balance.
Avoid fatty food and take a bland carbohydrate rich diet.
For loose motions you can take over the counter probiotics like lactobacillus sachets thrice daily with water.
If the loose motions continue kindly consult a physician at the earliest for fluid replacement.
Few investigations like complete blood count and blood culture may be required if the symptoms worsen.
Hope this answered your query.
Please do get back for more queries or further doubts.
If you are satisfied with my answer then please rate the answer.
Good Luck.
Regards,
Dr.Riyanka Chail, MBBS, MD
consult a physician for antipyretics,probiotics and maintain fluid balance
Detailed Answer:
Hello xxxxxxxxxx,
Thank you for writing in to us at health care magic. This is Dr.Riyanka Chail glad to be answering your query.
Your symptoms are suggestive of flu (viral in nature).
It is not advisable to take asprin in viral infections. If i was your treating physician i would recommend antipyretics like paracetamol 500mg 8th hourly (maximum dosage of not more than 2000 mg per day) to control fever.
Since it seems like viral so it is self limiting and shall last a week.
Since you are having stomach upset it is advisable to take lots of fluids and juices to maintain hydration and electrolyte balance.
Avoid fatty food and take a bland carbohydrate rich diet.
For loose motions you can take over the counter probiotics like lactobacillus sachets thrice daily with water.
If the loose motions continue kindly consult a physician at the earliest for fluid replacement.
Few investigations like complete blood count and blood culture may be required if the symptoms worsen.
Hope this answered your query.
Please do get back for more queries or further doubts.
If you are satisfied with my answer then please rate the answer.
Good Luck.
Regards,
Dr.Riyanka Chail, MBBS, MD
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