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My baby is 11 months old ,weight around 11kg.he is having fever 100f and had vomiting as well once arund 5hrs back. I have given him 1 ml crocin drop for fever, checked fever after one hrs fever reduced to 98.3f but after 4hrs it again 100. What should I do now.
Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern. Some advices that I can give to you are : -Take Temperature frequently -You can give infant- or child-formula acetaminophen (Tylenol) -Bathing or sponging the child with lukewarm water may help bring down the temperature. Do not use cold water, ice baths, or alcohol. -Call your pediatrician if the fever lasts for more than two days, gets higher, or you are concerned. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help, thanks!
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How Can Fever In An Infant Be Treated?
Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern. Some advices that I can give to you are : -Take Temperature frequently -You can give infant- or child-formula acetaminophen (Tylenol) -Bathing or sponging the child with lukewarm water may help bring down the temperature. Do not use cold water, ice baths, or alcohol. -Call your pediatrician if the fever lasts for more than two days, gets higher, or you are concerned. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I ll be glad to help, thanks!