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What can I give my 8-year-old for cough, flu, and fever?

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Hola buenas noches mi niño de 8 años tiene tos gripe y fiebre hace 5 dias que puedo darle

Pediatrics And Pediatric Surgery

Answered by Dr. Babita Goel

8-year-old has been dealing with cough, flu, and fever for the past 5 days could be due to a viral infection, like the flu, which is quite common in kids. The best course of action would be to keep your child hydrated, ensure they get plenty of rest, and you can give them children's acetaminophen or ibuprofen to help with the fever and discomfort. However, if the fever persists or if you notice any concerning symptoms, it's essential to consult a pediatrician for further evaluation and guidance.

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Your infant is suffering from either a cold or a slight infection. The stuffiness in their nose may obstruct breathing, thus causing more frequent crying spells. Such a condition can also bring about restlessness. Babies tend to have fewer bowel movements when they have a cold. Ensure that they take enough fluids and get additional sleep. You can relieve the congestion by using a nasal saline spray. However, should these signs continue or worsen, it is imperative to consult a pediatrician.

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Hola buenas noches mi niño de 8 años tiene tos gripe y fiebre hace 5 dias que puedo darle

Questions & Answers on "Pediatrics And Pediatric Surgery" (586)

I have questions in girls nipple and arola growth

My child age 2 years is diabetes patient and now she has more cough which medication will be useful.

My 12 month baby have heavy fever suggest me drops to reduce heat and he is crying in between

Baby very unsettled not acting as he usually does / a lot of congestion in nose, crying more than usual and not passing as much poo as usual today

It's about my 8 year old son I am worried about the adhd symptoms please suggest me the better cure

My daughter got her fpt vaccination which she had missed she has got a fever of 102,5 after four days she has nausea and vomiting as well is this normal she is complaining of stomach discomfort

My baby is suffering from constipation plz tell me about best constipation medicine I have already tried many syrup r drops kindly give me best suggestions

Hello sir mera baby ka age 3.6 or usko typhoid hua hai. To typhoid ka injection lene se Usko susti or nind aati hai Or uska temperature bhi 93.4 hai To kya ye normal h Injection continue karna chahiye ya nahi

Can I give atarax 2mg/ml syrup to my 17 months old baby for skin allergy with a dosage of 2.5ml twice a day

Where can I show my autistic grandson.

My wife breastfeeds my son is 1 year and 2 months old can she take a 5 mg clonazepam tablet just one day once is it harmful in the same way???

My 10 month old baby got fever after every month from last 3 to 4 months ,, temperature varies from 100 to 102 c I have a blood test report I want to discuss about the report

3yr old child has dry cough with mild fever and hives

My child's age is 3 years. But she is not speaking. which doctor do i need to consult?

One of my relative is pregnant, the ultrasound report shows that there is a Hydrops fetalis issue. What will you suggest if i mis-courage this or not? The child duration was 18 weeks

undescended testicle problem

Hello my baby is 7 months old n has a stuffy nose also has gur gur sound while breathing through nose. What could be the problem? What is the solution?

My child has fever since night, more than 100, please suggest medicine for it.

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