How Can Persistent Fever And Cold In A Child Be Managed?

Posted on Sun, 11 Mar 2018

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Question : fever and cold last four days age 6 years

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Paracetamol and coriminic.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

For a child of 6 years, paracetamol syrup and coriminic drops can be given for fever and cold.

However, pediatrician's examination is a must before starting any medication to rule out any other pathology.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (25 minutes later)

CRP 1:8 haemoglobin 8.5

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (10 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Low Hb.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Since the Hb is low, a pediatrician should be consulted necessarily and the child should be investigated and examined properly.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards,
Dr. Deepti Verma, OBGYN, Maternal and Fetal Medicine

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj