How to treat ear infection caused fever in a child?
Patient: 7 mo old ear infection my daughter was diagnosed with an ear infection in both ears and thrush on Friday 11/30. she was put on amoxicillin and something else for the thrush. she is still running a high temp ...not exactly sure what due to I am out of town with her and do not have a thermometer. cheeks are red and her head is extremely hot...compared to my hand, my cheek, and her body. should I be worried? I gave her Tylenol...now she is sweeting. it is Tuesday at 5am and I am not sure what to do natalie Doctor: Thanks for your question, I am Dr Asanghanwa, I would say your child is suffering from a condition known as acute Otitis media, which is mostly due to bacteria. The most appropriate antibiotic for her is a combination of amoxicilline and clavulanic acid given her age as the germs are more sensitive to this rather than just amoxiciline. I also would advise you get to a pediatrician once you get into town for proper examination and tests. Keep on administering the tylenol thrice daily. Good luck.