Suggest treatment for fever in child
Patient: Hello, my 2 year old has had a low grade fever for 2 days, no appetite and irritable. Will not drink water but have nursed him a bit. he is usually an active child so for him to want to be held and not to play or talk is unlike him. Should we be concerned? Doctor: Thanks for posting your query at HealthCareMagic. I am sorry that your 2 year old son is down with fever. It could well be due to a viral infection that causes cough and cold but the details are not clear from your answer. I would have also needed to know the weight of the child to be able to mention the correct dose of the medicines he requires. He needs to be given paracetamol syrup and cold sponging to relieve the fever. Some anti-allergics may also be given alongwith. Please get in touch with a paediatrician who will be able to find out if there is cough accumulated in his chest.I hope that helps. Feel free to revert back in case of further queries.