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What Causes Loose Motion With Fever In 11 Months Old?

Hi this is Manisha. My son is 11 mths. His wgt is 9.2 kg. He is passing loose motion since last two days nd also he is having mild fever 99.5-100• we r giving paracetamol fr fever & vezylec for motion. Is it ok to proceed with this & what could be d reason. Plz suggest
Mon, 3 Aug 2015
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Hi Manisha
Welcome to the HCM

Most common reason for diarrhoea in this age group is Viral gastroenteritis. It needs symptomatic treatment and proper rehydration.

I would recommend you to give him paracetamol only in case the fever spikes are more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Below that you may use only cold sponging to relieve the fever spikes. Also, start giving him oral rehydration therapy such as lemonade, buttermilk, ORS available OTC to prevent dehydration.
If there is no mucus or blood in stools, then start Racecadotril granules and Zinc syrup such as ZnD or Zinconia as they help in early relief. No need for any antibiotics as present. Continue Vizylac as its a good probiotic.

Hopefully this will help. I would be glad to help you in any further questions.
Take care
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What Causes Loose Motion With Fever In 11 Months Old?

Hi Manisha Welcome to the HCM Most common reason for diarrhoea in this age group is Viral gastroenteritis. It needs symptomatic treatment and proper rehydration. I would recommend you to give him paracetamol only in case the fever spikes are more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Below that you may use only cold sponging to relieve the fever spikes. Also, start giving him oral rehydration therapy such as lemonade, buttermilk, ORS available OTC to prevent dehydration. If there is no mucus or blood in stools, then start Racecadotril granules and Zinc syrup such as ZnD or Zinconia as they help in early relief. No need for any antibiotics as present. Continue Vizylac as its a good probiotic. Hopefully this will help. I would be glad to help you in any further questions. Take care