Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How Safe Is Tylenol For Persistent Cough?

My 8 year old has had a low-grade fever (between 99 and 101) for 6 days and is coughing a lot (hear it in his chest) - I took him to the doctor on Monday, and they said it must be viral. He is still feeling poorly. He has a stiff neck - could have slept on it wrong - but I don t know. Should I be worried or keep giving him Tylenol to manage temp?
Thu, 16 Oct 2014
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,
It seems that he might be having viral infection but after 6 days still it persisted, there might be having chance of bacterial infection as well.
He might require one course of antibiotic for 3-5 days.
consult your doctor and get him examined again.
Give him light diet and plenty of water.
Ok and take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
How Safe Is Tylenol For Persistent Cough?

Hi, It seems that he might be having viral infection but after 6 days still it persisted, there might be having chance of bacterial infection as well. He might require one course of antibiotic for 3-5 days. consult your doctor and get him examined again. Give him light diet and plenty of water. Ok and take care.