Fever in upper body

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Fever in upper body

Asked for Female, 2 Years

My daughter has cold and cough and fever since 3 days. Giving her citrezen, ambrosil and calpol. Fever is now in her upper body. Her feet is cold than normal. What could this be?

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Dr. Trupti Shetty Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Pune · Accepted Answer

Dr. Trupti Shetty

Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Pune

It does happen sometimes that the forehead is warm/hot and the hands and feet are cold. Continue giving calpol every 6 hours if required along with sponging. Viral fever settles after 3-4 days. In case her symptoms do not improve, please take her to your pediatrician

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