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What Causes Persistent Fever Despite Taking Medication?

My son has a had a fever or above 102 since Friday. I give him ibuprofen, and the fever comes down but always becomes elevated again. He is extremely lethargic. Has a cough and is complaining of burning eyes and stomach ache. Should I take him to the ER?
Mon, 18 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query your son have persistent fever despite taking medication which occurs due to poor immunity of body and due to viral infection of body leading to electrolyte imbalance in body. Need not to worry. Avoid taking outside food. You should take diet rich in multivitamins. I would suggest you to give your child Ibuprofen or paracetamol along with plenty of fluids. Give child rest fully. Give child plenty of fluids. If symptoms keeps on persisting visit Pediatrician once and get it examined. You should go for blood tests as well. Doctor may prescribe you antibiotics/ antiviral medications as well.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Persistent Fever Despite Taking Medication?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query your son have persistent fever despite taking medication which occurs due to poor immunity of body and due to viral infection of body leading to electrolyte imbalance in body. Need not to worry. Avoid taking outside food. You should take diet rich in multivitamins. I would suggest you to give your child Ibuprofen or paracetamol along with plenty of fluids. Give child rest fully. Give child plenty of fluids. If symptoms keeps on persisting visit Pediatrician once and get it examined. You should go for blood tests as well. Doctor may prescribe you antibiotics/ antiviral medications as well. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari