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My 14 month old son has had a fever since this time last night. It keeps fluctuating up and down and at 7:30 it was 103.8F. We took him to his doctor this afternoon and she said there was a virus going around which causes high fevers. She said it should clear up by Monday. He's been fussy and irritable and just wants to be held all the time. Every time he falls asleep, he gets woken up by chills and he cries. It really sucks seeing him so uncomfortable, poor little man. I was wondering if anyone had any good ideas for him to feel better besides baby tylenol. thanks

2007-07-13 13:56:22 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style Other - Beauty & Style

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when my kids got that way , i would rotate Tylenol with Motrin so say at 6 i gave the Motrin at 8 i would give Tylenol...also i would hold them and rub them down with a cool cloth . the friction brings down the fever. or try a luke warm bath, if my baby was still running that high of a fever by morning i would go to the E.R. ..i hope the little guy gets better soon good luck
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i was also like to add when his fever is that high strip him odwn to the least clothing, it may hold fever in . the chills are when the fever is rising the sweats when it is lowering
Many of us have recommended a combination of Tylenol and Motrin, in alternating doses, on the theory that the two medicines in combination would reduce a patient's temperature faster and for a longer time than either one alone. This had not been proven in studies until recently; a study published in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine (vol. 160, pages 197-202) in February, 2006 shows that alternating Tylenol and Motrin does keep temperature down better in infants and small children than does either Tylenol or Motrin by itself. As always, ask your doctor whether the two-medicine treatment is right for your child, and how much of each medicine to give Another old standby, which works quite well, is a lukewarm bath. The water must be lukewarm: if it's too cold, your child's body will reduce blood flow to the skin, and that may make his/her temperature go up rather than down. The proper temperature is whatever feels about the same as your skin does, and sponging your child with the water may work better than just putting him/her in the bath. (And never leave a child in the bath unattended!) It is also a good idea to give Tylenol or another anti-fever medicine before putting a child in the bath. Tylenol and other anti-fever medicines turn down the body's "thermostat" so that the body doesn't generate more heat while you are trying to take heat away with the bath. Therefore, the bath will work much better after Tylenol or another anti-fever medicine.

2007-07-13 14:03:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0 1

Been there, done that! First of all, my daughters pediatrician said that children's motrin is longer lasting than tylenol. Second, a tepid bath really brings that fever down nicely too. It's kind of like torture to a baby who is really hot, it must feel like you are dipping him in ice water, but it works really well. Also, try to give plenty of liquids. Not only will that keep him hydrated, but it helps to maintain a cooler core temperature. Although with a fever that high, he is more likely to vomit. Jut give small sips at a time or offer popcycles. Good Luck!

2007-07-13 21:09:51 · answer #2 · answered by Goddess 4 · 0 0

Any fever that high is dangerous. It has the probabillity of causing brain damage!

You need to bring that fever down a degree or two for the child's safety.

Tylenol (or acetametaphin) is the accepted remedy. And bonus, it's a painkiller that will help him feel less yucky.

Don't use actual aspirin if you don't know your child can tolerate it. A small portion of the population reacts badly to aspirin causing the condition Reye Syndrome, a potentially fatal occurance.

2007-07-13 21:02:01 · answer #3 · answered by special-chemical-x 6 · 0 1

One tylenol or motrin liquid for children
Next cool wash cloth over entire body
hold them love them that is all you can do
It sucks that you cannot really do anything to relieve been through it with two kids and now two grandchildren.
Daughter was one who would spike a real high temp and the next day was gone
A tubby with luke warm not cold water might help did with my kids when they where younger

2007-07-13 21:18:27 · answer #4 · answered by Pengy 7 · 0 0

Your son wants to be held because he needs you to nuture him. You are the primary one he looks up to whenever he is feeling sick. The fever will be fine as long as it does not stay at 104.1 and not drop down at all. This is when you can tell he needs to get back to the doctor. Small children can tolerate higher fever than adults. You may want to alternate fever medications but ask your doctor first. Keep him warm and do not allow him too much activity to sweat. Whenever his fever comes down change the wet clothing.I would not allow him to sleep near an air conditioner vent.

2007-07-13 21:06:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0 2

my son had the same thing. keep in mind after the fever breaks he may develop a rash all over his body. if this does happen don' t worry it will go away and he will be fine.

try giving him a lukewarm bath when his temp is really high. and give him lot's of fluid and fruit juice, so he can get fluid and calories if he isn't eating much. does he take a soother? because if he does that can help him feel better. just cuddle him and remember it will only last a couple days!

hope this helps.

2007-07-13 21:04:34 · answer #6 · answered by frankfarter! 5 · 0 2

Sorry. I know how you feel since I have a kid too. I actually don't give him tylenol or anything to reduce the fever in order for his immune system to fight and burn out the infection. It is tough to watch him suffer. I stay close to him when he's sick.

2007-07-13 21:04:07 · answer #7 · answered by Zabava 2 · 0 1

Try Motrin it works better than Tylenol

2007-07-13 21:05:17 · answer #8 · answered by 4xsamommie 3 · 0 0

If I were in your position i would stay by his side 24/7 and when he gets the chills snuggle up to him. That way he will have the comfort of his mother and his mothers warmth. btw kudos for getting him to the doc

2007-07-13 20:59:59 · answer #9 · answered by HeartBroken 2 · 0 0

Put a damp washcloth on his forehead or give him a cool spongebath... this will help cool him down.

If he's coughing, try putting him to sleep in a carseat or a bouncy seat (i.e elevated), it really helps...

I hope he feels better soon!!

My best wishes...

2007-07-13 21:17:51 · answer #10 · answered by volleyball+swimming:-) 2 · 0 0

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