my dad has a really bad backace and he has 102.5 fever. he took advil and right now he has 3 blankets on him and he doent want to get in a cold cool bath we put rags on him but its no working in eed to convince him to take a bath or hes going to go to the HOSPITAL PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :(:(:(:(:(:(:(:( imi scared!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-02-13 13:32:11 · 15 answers · asked by superstar 15 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
How long has it been that he took the Advil? He may need to take it again. Remember the over the counter is not as strong as the prescription kind. He can take three of the store bought ones. Make sure he drinks water, tea, juice any liquids. The 102.5 isn't that bad for the flu. Put cool compresses on his head and he can put them on his tummy and back of neck too. Replace often and take the Advil every 6 hrs. Maybe add a Tylenol in there too. rotate them, sometimes one works better than the other, have to watch the stomach with Advil. If he is drinking and doesn't get hotter than 103.5 he will be OK. Make sure he drinks..chicken soup is great, even just broth or a bullion cube in hot water. Anything you can get him to drink. Any vitamin C or Orange juice tom. will be good not tonight, just clear liquids. Tell him if he does this you'll let him stay home OK. Keep the compresses coming and the liquids...can't stress it enough. You may want to change the sheets tonight or tom. if he's been on them for a few hours. that will make him feel better and keep the germs away, wash and try to keep all his clothing and stuff laundered if possible to stop it from spreading. Cool sheets always feel good when you are sick. Then the anti fever meds to keep him cool. Good luck. If you feel this is not a flu type thing or he has history of any disease he needs to go to the Dr. If he has headache, sore throat or stuffy head it's the flu and this is the correct treatment. If not he may need the Dr. your call.
2007-02-13 13:48:46 · answer #1 · answered by MISS-MARY 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the previous answer. So many people go to the ER when it isn't really warranted. Antibiotics are becoming yesterday's news due to the fact that they are being over prescribed. Fluids, compresses, clean clothing and bedding, and keeping an eye on temps are the way to go. Fluids Fluids Fluids. There is a good chance that your dad can and will become dehydrated. Make sure you get as much fluid as possible into him. His body is fighting an illness and it needs help. See if he'll eat a Popsicle. Electrolytes are a problem too, he needs more than just water. Juice provides calories.
2007-02-13 14:17:27 · answer #2 · answered by Colleen 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there is a flu going around and some aches can be in the back. and 102.5 temp is high for an adult.try an ice pack (protected with a towel to the skin) on his spine. this is quickest way i know to bring down temp. between that and advil something should be working soon. other wise to the hosp he goes
2007-02-13 13:39:50 · answer #3 · answered by cindy p 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stuff like this happens. It's life, just not life right now. Pay attention to the good things now. Cross that bridge when you get there. Try calming yourself down by rubbing under your collarbone with 2 fingers. Hope this helped! :D
2016-05-24 08:04:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't be too worried. It sounds like he just has the flu. Only be worried if his fever goes over 104 or if he has a heart condition. Otherwise, tell him to drink lots of fluids, and get a lot of rest. He could go see a family doctor, but there is no need for him to go to the emergency room.
2007-02-13 13:36:30 · answer #5 · answered by Suzanne 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Tell him that there will be a huge bill for having to go to the hospital so if he doesn't want to pay the bill then he should go in the tub... that usually gets them
2007-02-13 13:37:13 · answer #6 · answered by stephylizabeth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He needs to got the hospital now. Call an ambulance and tell them exactly what you told us.
2007-02-13 13:38:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not a doctor but it sounds like a kidney problem. Tell your mother to maybe call 911???
2007-02-13 13:39:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
you need to take your dad to the hospital, high fever with a back ache could be serious,,,,,please don;t wait and do right away!!!!!
2007-02-13 13:37:11 · answer #9 · answered by Frank V 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
omg! take him to the doctor! or have the doctor come to him! if he is to ill to come out of bed have the doctor come to him! or take him to the hostipal to have a iv. it sounds as though he is dehidarated. call the doc!
don't panic! everything will be OK!
2007-02-13 13:36:51 · answer #10 · answered by chicago cub's bat bunny 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋