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What Causes Vomiting, Headache And Fever In A Child After Swimming?

Hi. I have a 10 year old and 6 year old. School called today and both children are sick. My 6 year old has vomiting, stomach pains, and fever. My son has fever, headache, stomach pain, and a sore throat. My concern is that they both went swimming in a pond over the weekend. Could there be something from the water causing this sickness since they are both sick at the same time?
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Hi....you are right. Both kids sick at same time and with commonality of pond swimming might be a reason. Both might be having a common viral illness. But your son has got sore throat, I suggest you consult your doctor for the rapid antigen test for streptococcal pharyngitis.
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Vomiting, Headache And Fever In A Child After Swimming?

Hi....you are right. Both kids sick at same time and with commonality of pond swimming might be a reason. Both might be having a common viral illness. But your son has got sore throat, I suggest you consult your doctor for the rapid antigen test for streptococcal pharyngitis. Regards - Dr. Sumanth