Today my 3 year old started complaining with a bad headache.. then he went to sleep, he sleep about 30 mins and i woke him for his pictures and he acted fine then about an hour and a half later started crying with a bad headache again then started throwing up...He also has a puss pocket on his throat and mindenjidice is going around bad here. i called my doctor and he said it was probably just a virius.....Has anyone had children with these symptoms???
2007-02-21 12:34:35 · 13 answers · asked by Tracy 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
The reason i have not taken him to the Doc is because they are closed and i didnt rush him to the ER because after he threw up he felt fine...ANd his headache went away...But then he ate a grilled cheese and he vomited again, but he hasnt since then...I have made him go to clear liquids...I promise i am not miss treating my baby if he felt really bad i would have taken him....I just want to make sure its to signs of Midenjidice...
2007-02-21 14:40:19 · update #1
Sounds like he needs to go to the doc! I cant believe he said...prob. a virus! Especially with menengitis going around! I would insist he goes to get checked! In the mean time...hug that poor baby he's sick and needs momma!
2007-02-21 12:41:12 · answer #1 · answered by tigerbaby99 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
meningitis, is a virus that causes swollen lymph nodes, it depends on where his neck hurts. let him sleep as long as he wants, if it is a virus, to will get better the more liquids he drinks.(if he is sick with something that sounds serious like this sugar will make things much worse) keep him away from sugary drinks like applejuice, grapejuice, SODA, anything with 18+ grams of sugar. milk, water and all natural orangejuice with no artificial anything will help him alot. the best drink for settling a stomache would be diet 7up or sprite, these are the only sodas i reccomend because ther is no caramel coloring. let him eat crushed ice, and saltine crackers. for 12 hours after he stops puking. it will also be greatly appriceated by him if you ACTUALLY GO SEE THE DOCTOR. you are absolutely right, it could be something more serious! if you had the same symptoms wouldnt you find someone to take you to the doc. not to be mean or anything. but if he is feeling that bad, forget what your doctor said get him in there ASAP! not next week, not tommorow, NOW!!!!
2007-02-21 20:48:41 · answer #2 · answered by Smart1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If his neck seems stiff at all (try to have him bring his chin toward his chest), or if light bothers his eyes, bring him to an ER right away. Those, as well as the headache, are symptoms of menningitis.
Otherwise, does he have a fever? He may need Tylenol to be more comfortable. Watch his throat. If pus remains in his throat, and his tongue gets coated white, he probably has a strep infection and will need to get on an antibiotic. You never want to fool around with a strep infection either, if left untreated, it can cause lifelong problems to the heart.
2007-02-21 20:40:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds yucky. A puss pocket? Sounds really yucky.
My kids have not had anything like this but they have had some weird stuff. I had a three year old hallucinate from a fever once!
Follow the basic rule of thumb: Watch how high the fever goes, watch his eating and energy. If the fever gets too high, he gets lagargic, or stops eating then you may need to take further steps.
I hope he feels better soon.
2007-02-21 20:38:59 · answer #4 · answered by Triplescoop 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would take him to the ER if you are worried. Meningitis is really serious, and waiting overnight can mean the difference between life and death. Although it is likely it is not that, if he has a headache that is really concerning because kids do not normally get headaches.
2007-02-21 20:38:33 · answer #5 · answered by Tiffany 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am surprised at your doctor's response. If he is still has the headache and and puss in this throat, take him to the ER.
2007-02-21 20:37:24 · answer #6 · answered by ra63 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd take him to the doctor - especially if meningitis is going around....headache, vomiting...they're part of meningitis, and your child probably can't communicate everything he's feeling clearly. He should be seen at the pediatrician's office.
2007-02-21 20:44:38 · answer #7 · answered by darligraphy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seriously, get a new doctor. Puss pockets are a sign of a lot of serious diseases, and a lot of not so major ones. Him just not wanting to see him seems irresponsible to me.
2007-02-21 20:43:39 · answer #8 · answered by khanofali 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter had that and it was strep throat. Which ... if not taken care of can turn into scarlet fever. Take him to the doctor. He needs meds. Most kids present with a headache when they have strep. Good luck
2007-02-21 20:36:58 · answer #9 · answered by Mrs. Always Right 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
when my son had meningitis he was so crabby and could not be consoled. He had a high fever too. Watch your son and if you are uncomfortable take him to the er. Good Luck
2007-02-21 20:38:11 · answer #10 · answered by kristi_rost2000 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋