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What Causes Fluctuating Fever And Headache In A Child?

My 7 year old son has had a fever for the last three days, it fluctuates between 100 and 102.9 it has not gone below 100 even after giving him tylenol. He is complaining of a headache that is all over his head and his right eye is bloodshot and seems to be a little swollen. I have been giving him medicine about every 5 hours to keep the fever down and have made him lie on the couch in lightweight clothing with a light blanket covering him. I have made sure that he is drinking fluids, but I want to know if I should bring him to see the doctor or if this will run it s course.
Tue, 16 Mar 2021
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Hi,

You should definitely get him to the doctor. Till them keep on sponging him with tepid water.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Pranoti Jadhao, Pediatrician
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What Causes Fluctuating Fever And Headache In A Child?

Hi, You should definitely get him to the doctor. Till them keep on sponging him with tepid water. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pranoti Jadhao, Pediatrician