Hello, Thank you for contacting HCM I understand your concern, I am Dr Arun Tank, Infectious Disease Specialist answering your query. Yes, It should be immediately attended by the pediatrician. This infection is very serious in pediatric patient. Antibiotic treatment should be immediately started. Third generation cephalosporin antibiotics should be started with under doctors guidance. Some kids who recover from the infection can develops hearing abnormality and CNS defect. So timely treatment can prevent this infection. You can ask for further queries here on bit.ly/DrArun. Thank you, Dr Arun Tank Infectious Disease specialist We wish you a best health at health care magic.