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What Causes High Fever And Swollen Glands In A Child?

7 year old boy has had temp for five days. Gone as high as 103. He has swollen glands and complains of being very tired. No other symptoms. He is very very active little guy. This is very out of character. Wondered if could be mono? Your comments welcome.
posted on Sun, 4 Oct 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query high fever and swollen glands in a child could be due to enteric fever or typhoid, viral infection or infectious mononucleosis. I would suggest you to keep his temperature under control by using Ibuprofen or Paracetamol every 4-6 h. You should do tepid sponging to lower down the temperature. You should avoid dehydration by giving him plenty of fluids. I suggest to consult a pediatrician as soon as possible to find the right cause of this. You should get blood test done. You should give anti inflammatory medication such as Levocetrizine to child. Give him diet rich in vitamin B12.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes High Fever And Swollen Glands In A Child?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query high fever and swollen glands in a child could be due to enteric fever or typhoid, viral infection or infectious mononucleosis. I would suggest you to keep his temperature under control by using Ibuprofen or Paracetamol every 4-6 h. You should do tepid sponging to lower down the temperature. You should avoid dehydration by giving him plenty of fluids. I suggest to consult a pediatrician as soon as possible to find the right cause of this. You should get blood test done. You should give anti inflammatory medication such as Levocetrizine to child. Give him diet rich in vitamin B12. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari