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Having Fever, Stomach Ache And Cough. Taking Gibberish. What To Do?
Brief Answer:
mostly viral laryngitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
From what you describe it looks like viral laryngitis.
However. Acute epiglottitis should be ruled out which will need antibiotics.
Please show him immediately in ER or to the pediatrician.
Meanwhile reduce the temp with acetaminophen or motrin.
Give plenty of oral fluids like milk,water,juices.
Gibberish talk is worrying --that is why I suggest that you see the doctor .
Good luck
God bless
Dr Uma
mostly viral laryngitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
From what you describe it looks like viral laryngitis.
However. Acute epiglottitis should be ruled out which will need antibiotics.
Please show him immediately in ER or to the pediatrician.
Meanwhile reduce the temp with acetaminophen or motrin.
Give plenty of oral fluids like milk,water,juices.
Gibberish talk is worrying --that is why I suggest that you see the doctor .
Good luck
God bless
Dr Uma
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