Suggest Treatment For High Fever, Headache And Rashes In A Child
It's been about 20 minutes now since the Benadryl and she is on the couch doing OK. The rash seems slightly improved, but what could these symptoms point to? She was in CT in the middle of July for a girls camp and they did warn us about Lyme Disease. But her rash is not consistent with Lyme disease. Is there a possibility that this could be Lyme Disease? What other symptoms go along with that?
I can take her to the pediatrician tomorrow, but I'm a little concerned now but also not to the point where I think she should go to the ER.
Most probably allergic reaction(Urticaria)
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Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. The symptoms you gave are going more in favor of allergic reaction. Reaction could be due to any cause like dust, pollen, insect bite, etc. It usually takes few days to resolve. Most common symptoms of lyme disease includes: bull’s-eye rash, erythema migrans, joint pain & neurological symptoms. Following measures will help:
- cetirizine suspension one at night for 3 days
- wash her clothes & bedding thoroughly.
- avoid scratching else it might leave scar.
If condition remains same or aggravates then she needs to see a "Consultant Dermatologist".
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
Fever is nonspecific sign
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I'm sorry for the delayed response. Fever is a non specific sign and can be due to numerous causes including allergic reaction & superaded infection. I would suggest you to follow the above mentioned measures. Hopefully she will show improvement in few days.
Thank You