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Does Viral Infection Cause Tiredness And Sleepiness?
Hi, my 8 year old son hasnt been well for a week now, i thought he had a virus and he was off school for 2 days last week then seemed better but has gone downhill again over the weekend. He is lethargic and feeling hot and is sleeping a lot. would this we another or the same virus or should i get him checked out?
Fri, 23 May 2014
Hi,
During any episode of fever, it is likely that all of us feel lethargic and tired and hence we tend to sleep a lot.
For a usual viral fever, (common cold or sore throat etc), is takes about 3-5 days and it usually resolves on its own, unless severe or if bacterial.For such cases, mild antipyretics are sufficient along with a little dietary modification.
If the fever does not subside by 5 days, get a blood test done and rule out other causes of fever.
During any episode of fever, it is likely that all of us feel lethargic and tired and hence we tend to sleep a lot.
For a usual viral fever, (common cold or sore throat etc), is takes about 3-5 days and it usually resolves on its own, unless severe or if bacterial.For such cases, mild antipyretics are sufficient along with a little dietary modification.
If the fever does not subside by 5 days, get a blood test done and rule out other causes of fever.
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