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Why is my 9-year-old getting frequent fevers?
Query: Hello doctor,My 9-year-old child frequently gets fevers, and I am concerned about their well-being. Can you offer guidance on managing and reducing fever in children, as well as any lifestyle and dietary recommendations that might help boost their immune system and reduce the frequency of fevers? Ki... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to iclinq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. If your child frequently gets fevers, it is essential to consult with a pediatrician to determine the underlying cause. To manage and reduce fever in children, you can: Maintain proper hydration: Encourage your... Read Full »
My 29 months old kid is having high fever and shivering. Please advise.
Query: Hello doctor, My kid is 29 months old. She is having high fever till 101 degrees Fahrenheit and running nose since afternoon today. Now she has fever of 103 degrees Fahrenheit. She also complained of shivering in the evening. She has not eaten anything. Given Meftal as of now. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand the situation you are facing. Your daughter most probably has a viral fever. Keep checking the temperature regularly like hourly or second hourly. You can continue Paracetamol every sixth hourly along with tepid sponging. You can give ORS (oral rehydration ... Read Full »
My 3-year-old child often has a fever with a headache. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My child is 3 years old and is getting a fever frequently. The fever starts with a headache. A recent examination of CBC (complete blood count) shows the following results: Neutrophils 66 per microliter. Lymphosites 24 per microliter. monocytes 10 per microliter. ESR 60 mm/hr. C react... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Frequent fevers can be a cause for concern and may indicate an underlying medical condition. Here are a few things you can do to help your child feel more comfortable when they have a fever. Make sure your child gets plenty of rest and stays hydrated. Offer them plen... Read Full »
My sick son is positive for typhoid Salmonella. What home remedies will improve his condition?
Query: Hi doctor, My son has had a fever for the past four days, and the temperature is around 98 degrees Fahrenheit. Unfortunately, the levels are not dropping. In addition, he has headaches and a dry cough. We got the blood tests done, and the results were positive for typhoid salmonella. What type of ho... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If tested positive for typhoid, I suggest it is better to get admitted to the hospital for antibiotic treatment. Unfortunately, no such home remedies are available which can replace antibiotics. I hope this has helped you. Read Full »
How to avoid fever due to poor immunity in a 10-year-old?
Query: Hello doctor,My son is 10 years old. He often gets a fever twice or thrice a month. My doctor told me that he has poor immunity. So I would like to know a diet plan that would help to improve my child’s immunity. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. Encourage a balanced diet. Ensure that your child is getting a balanced diet consisting of whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein sources like chicken, fish, eggs, and legumes. Focus o... Read Full »
My daughter has had a high fever for the past four days. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is 10 years old and has had fever for the past four days. The fever goes up to 104 degrees Fahrenheit almost every day and fever breaks for 2.5 hours approximately. The tests for dengue, malaria, and typhoid came negative. CRP value is 49, which is very high. We are giving ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I reviewed your query. It could be due to a viral infection. I suggest you to follow a few instructions mentioned below. Give tablet Paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic) 600 mg after every four hours. Consider giving the entire body ... Read Full »
How to treat a prolonged fever in a 18-month-old child?
Query: Hello doctor, About five days ago, my one and half year old baby got a high fever, about 104 F. We rushed to the doctor. On examination, he said that the baby had a severe throat infection. He prescribed antibiotics and Paracetamol. Now it has been five days, and the fever is under control only when... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you are very concerned about your baby. Throat infection in children is one of the most common problems encountered. It resolves slowly sometimes, by seven to ten days even. So, it is nothing to worry about. Continue giving Paracetamol every sixt... Read Full »
Why am I having fever with rashes spreading in my body?
Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old 155 pounds 5 feet 5 inches female who has a fever of 101 degrees, chills, chest pain, congestion, coughing, and rashes spreading to every part of my body. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. By the symptoms you have stated, you probably have a viral infection. Take bed rest, plenty of oral fluids, symptomatic treatment (Paracetamol or antitussives, decongestants, analgesics, moisturizer cream, etc.,) according to your local availability. If not decreasing w... Read Full »