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Fever- bit worried
Hi
My son is 6 yrs old...he got fever suddenly...gave him paracetamol syrup after 6 hrs it got developed slowly..again gave same syrup.
Should I continue the same for next 12 hrs n see?
Please suggest.
He played in the shower for long time today.i suspect that could be a reason.
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi.
Give paracetamol for fever 6 hrly and plenty of liquids/ water to drink
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Viral fever will take 3-4 days to settle. If doesn’t come down with medications, consult a nearby paediatrician
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