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Suggest Treatment For High Fever, Drowsiness And Pain In Flank Area Of A 2 Year Old

Posted on Thu, 25 Jun 2015

Question: hi my 2 year old has a 40 degree fever, very sleepy and randomly screams in pain and points to her left flank area... should I be concerned about this?

Answered by Dr. Arun (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
could be a stomach flu

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
High grade fever with pain in the left flank can occur in several conditions.
Common include at this age
Stomach flu, urinary tract infection.
The latter requires urine test to confirm and antibiotics if positive.
It is better to get her examined by your doctor.
Meanwhile as temporary measures try Acetaminophen or paracetamol for fever.
Ensure she drinks plenty of liquids to keep her hydrated.
Wishing your child good health and speedy recovery.
Regards
Dr Arun

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Arun (8 minutes later)

she has been running this fever for 3 days now and hasnt had any vomiting or diarrhea. Ill book an appt in the morning. Just wanted to know if there were any warning signs I should look for until I see the doctor. She also has a bad fall on friday and was taken to hospital by ambulance. she was knocked unconscious for just over a minute.. hoping they r not related in any way.

Answered by Dr. Arun (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
look for activity and urine output

Detailed Answer:
Keep a watch on her activity level and her urine output.
If she becomes very dull and pale you need to take her to ER.
Otherwise you can wait until tomorrow.
The injury could be related to the pain let's hope it is not.
Regards Dr Arun

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Arun (9 hours later)

thank u so much, ill keep a close eye on her. She slept well and is still asleep, she was wimpering in her sleep so gave her more panadol so ill call the doc today.

Answered by Dr. Arun (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
welcome

Detailed Answer:
You are welcome.
Wishing her speedy recovery.
Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar