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Fever in 2 year old boy post fracture in
My 2 year old son is getting high grade fever post the fracture. Everytime the medication wears off in 6 hrs, the temperature is raising to 102. He has sustained fracture in near his elbow.
Doctor's prescribed ibugesic 3 times a day. Please advise
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Any slab application done for the elbow fracture or not.
U can take ibugesic as prescribed dose.
No need to worry, actually it is common in children
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Post the x ray
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Dr. Rajesh Gayakwad
Orthopedic surgeon
19 yrs exp
Mumbai
For an accurate diagnosis, a detailed assessment with clinical examination and proper history followed by appropriate investigations is needed.
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Visit nearest orthopedic surgeon or consult me online.
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• Limb elevation, Active/Passive finger/Toe movements.
• Intermittent ice pack application.
• Rest/Non-weight-bearing mobilization till further advice.
• Watch for increased Swelling/Excessive pain/Toe or Finger discoloration/Fever. If present, visit the nearest hospital immediately.
• Routine follow-up after investigations.
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