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What Causes Fever Along With Fatigue, Cough And Runny Nose?

HI, I m pretty sure all four of my kids have the flu. They have fevers, fatigue, stuffy/runny nose, cough. Two of my children, however have developed little bumps all over their face and it s hard to tell, but they may have a little rash on their torsos. One of these children has a fever of 102 up to 105 held down by tylenol and ibuprofen for four days. The other child s fever has been around 102 or below (he is also finishing up amoxicillan for an ear infection) and has calf cramping. Is there reason to be concerned about the rashes, calf cramping, or length of time for high fevers? Thank you.
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Hello,

Really, it is very difficult to look after kids when they are ill. Moreover, it appears to be a viral illness as all of them are suffering almost same symptoms.

The following are the recommendations of treatment for viral illness in kids:
1) Symptomatic treatments are Tylenol, Ibuprofen, cough syrup, and nasal decongestants
2) Adequate hydration is to be maintained
3) Liquid diet is to be encouraged more
4) Hand hygiene is very important

Regarding rash with fever, causes are many that include even some serious infections like varicella (chicken pox), hemorrhagic fevers et cetera. So, it would be better to consult a pediatrician for fever with rash.

Calf cramping is due to viral fever and subsides as illness comes down. So, no worry is necessary in this respect.

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

Regards,
Dr. Pallavi.m
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What Causes Fever Along With Fatigue, Cough And Runny Nose?

Hello, Really, it is very difficult to look after kids when they are ill. Moreover, it appears to be a viral illness as all of them are suffering almost same symptoms. The following are the recommendations of treatment for viral illness in kids: 1) Symptomatic treatments are Tylenol, Ibuprofen, cough syrup, and nasal decongestants 2) Adequate hydration is to be maintained 3) Liquid diet is to be encouraged more 4) Hand hygiene is very important Regarding rash with fever, causes are many that include even some serious infections like varicella (chicken pox), hemorrhagic fevers et cetera. So, it would be better to consult a pediatrician for fever with rash. Calf cramping is due to viral fever and subsides as illness comes down. So, no worry is necessary in this respect. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pallavi.m