Suggest Remedies For High Fever In A Child

Posted on Thu, 18 Feb 2016

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Question : my 3 year old has a fever of about 102. we are treating it with tylenol, hydrating, etc. however, his feet are cold is this a concern?. seems unusual since the rest of his body is warm.

Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Do not worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi

I understand your concerns but don't worry. Cold extremities can occur with high core body temperature while hydrating. I would recommend you to feel for peripheral pulses I.e. radial pulse in both hands and posterior tibial on back of medial malleolus on both legs. If present, then just use anti pyretics such as Tylenol or Meftal P. You may repeat the dose every 8 hours if required.

If you feel that the peripheral pulses are feeble or not palpable at all, then visit a pediatrician. This is important to rule out cold shock associated with many infections.

You may update me with the progress so that I can help you in the best possible way.

Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar