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What Does Cold Hands And Feet Along With Flu Symptoms In Child Indicate?
My 14month baby has flue like symptoms, blocked nose and he refuses to eat. He only wants to drink water and milk. He has a 39 c fever and cold hands and feet. I ve been giving him Calpol and Betafed for the last two days. What could be wrong with him exactly?
Mon, 1 May 2023
Hi,
The symptoms you describe in your child are consistent with a common cold or flu. A blocked nose, refusal to eat, and fever are all typical signs of an upper respiratory infection. The cold hands and feet could be due to a temporary decrease in blood flow to the extremities that can occur during a fever.
It is important to keep your child well hydrated with fluids like water, breastmilk, or formula, and continue to monitor their fever. Over-the-counter medications like Calpol and Betafed can help to reduce fever and relieve symptoms of congestion. However, it is important to follow the recommended dosage for your child's age and weight, and not to give them any medication without consulting with their pediatrician first.
If your child's symptoms persist for more than a few days, or if they develop other symptoms like difficulty breathing or a persistent cough, it is important to contact their pediatrician for further evaluation and treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
The symptoms you describe in your child are consistent with a common cold or flu. A blocked nose, refusal to eat, and fever are all typical signs of an upper respiratory infection. The cold hands and feet could be due to a temporary decrease in blood flow to the extremities that can occur during a fever.
It is important to keep your child well hydrated with fluids like water, breastmilk, or formula, and continue to monitor their fever. Over-the-counter medications like Calpol and Betafed can help to reduce fever and relieve symptoms of congestion. However, it is important to follow the recommended dosage for your child's age and weight, and not to give them any medication without consulting with their pediatrician first.
If your child's symptoms persist for more than a few days, or if they develop other symptoms like difficulty breathing or a persistent cough, it is important to contact their pediatrician for further evaluation and treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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