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99.8 Fever in 1 month old baby
99.8 °F Fever in baby of 1 month from morning today.
Weight 3.2 kg. Pls suggest.
Baby eating well, mother's milk only.
Had little cold from last 2 days. Can be heard in breathing at night. Pls suggest
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elevated temperature or cold in a one-month-old baby requires immediate evaluation by a pediatrician.A rectal temperature reading of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher is considered a true neonatal fever emergency.Do not give any over-the-counter fever or cold medications without a doctor's explicit instruction.Continue exclusive breastfeeding on demand to keep your infant hydrated and support their immune system.Dress the baby in a single layer of lightweight clothing and avoid heavy bundling or blankets.Seek immediate emergency medical care if the baby exhibits rapid, labored, or grunting breathing
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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Early consultations can prevent complications.
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Dr Faisal Zoheb
MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), FELLOWSHIP IN NEONATOLOGY ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )
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Give urgently Drops Calpol 0.4ml every 6th hourly if temperature present
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Drops pcm 100mg/1ml 0.4 ml po three times Aday tepid sponging
For respiratory once consult pediatrician
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If taking feeds well and activity is good..nothing to worry..Use saline nasal drops for cold..and Paracetamol drops for fever every 6 th hourly if fever is there.. if there is any dull activity and decreased acceptance of feeds consult nearby Pediatrician
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
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Kindly show once physically to nearby pediatrician
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