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Suggest Treatment For Cough,sore Throat And Fever In A Child
Question: My almost 4 yr old son has had a lingering cough and slightly sore throat for several days. Temperature normal. But today his temperature has gone up to 102 and he has been complaining about burning eyes. He has also been quite tired. What do you think he has and what do you recommend?
Brief Answer:
He seems to be suffering from a viral infection.
Detailed Answer:
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Children frequently get such symptoms due to certain viral infections. Usually such infections are also associated with an allergic component and giving cetirizine once daily for a few days should help. It would also help if you can give her steam inhalation. Water in form of vapor will reach deep inside and will help in diluting the cough and would provide relief.
You would have to be patient. Such an infection resolves on its own in 5-7 days. However, if he grows too lethargic, you would need to see a doctor.
Regards
He seems to be suffering from a viral infection.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
Children frequently get such symptoms due to certain viral infections. Usually such infections are also associated with an allergic component and giving cetirizine once daily for a few days should help. It would also help if you can give her steam inhalation. Water in form of vapor will reach deep inside and will help in diluting the cough and would provide relief.
You would have to be patient. Such an infection resolves on its own in 5-7 days. However, if he grows too lethargic, you would need to see a doctor.
Regards
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