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10.5 months baby fever
Baby has fever since 4 days which range from 101 to 99 , has also cold and sneezing from 3 days, I am giving paracetamol and ibuprofen from 4 days the fever goes down and comes back every 6 to 8 hour(
Baby is also sheeting) , please help this is concerning.
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Viral infections may take time to resolve but if there hasn't been any change in fever spike intensity and duration, the baby should be evaluated physically to see if tests and antibiotics are required
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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This may be Bacterial infection....Get done blood test and consult pediatrician
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CBC / CRP
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Viral Fever lasting for more than 3-5 days needs evaluation
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If the baby had febrile seizures previously, then needs physical examination
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If fever doesn’t reduce by 3-5 days, physical examination needed
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Viral illnesses may take upto 5-7 days
Watch for red flags
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ashna Thomas
Pediatrician
3 yrs exp
Kolkata
Since fever is present for more than 3 days,its better to consult a paediatrician in person
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Even after giving paracetamol and ibuprofen if fever is still not reducing means it could be Bacterial infection
Needs to do blood tests CBP, CRP
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