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Kid with fever
Hi dr, my niece is having fever.today is the 3rd day..she is currently on paracetamol & antibiotic suggested by doctor.My question is should we get a blood check up done? Her temperature is around 99 degrees and sometimes 101.
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If fever showed decreading trend then you should wait for 2 more days...
But if fever remain same then go for blood investigations which will be decided by your doctor...
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You should go for blood test if the temp rises more than 100 two to three times a day
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Need to do examine and further detail.
If fever is more than 2-3 days yes you should do investigation.
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Consult pediatrician online or in person
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Wait for 2 days. Continue paracetamol
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Even after 2 days, fever is still the same/ if child is not active then do the blood tests.
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Give plenty of liquids for hydration
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