What Causes Sore Throat,headaches,nausea And High Fever?

Posted on Mon, 14 Jul 2014

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Mon, 14 Jul 2014 Answered on

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Question : 9 year old with sudden onset sore throat, headache, nasea and vomiting, 102 fever with not alot of redness in throat

Answered by Dr. Arun (40 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
could be strep infection

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to health care magic.
It could be a viral or strep throat infection.
Get a throat swab done for strep.
While the results come, give him acetaminophen 6 hourly and benadryl pediatric formula twice a day.
Do warm saline or betadine gargles.
Ensure he drinks plenty of liquids to keep him hydrated.
Wishing him speedy recovery
Regards
Dr Arun

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