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Blood test for baby
Hi it's been 62hrs now baby is having fever between 100-101, it's coming after giving paracetamol then rising again in 6-8hrs, our doctor gave antibiotics redisyp-3ml ,twice.
Till now 3 doses for antibiotics have been done, I want to know when is it necessary for blood test for my baby kindly guide.he is 9.5months old
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If fever intensity in increasing , frequently coming
Child is lethargic
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Consult Paediatrician before test
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If no improvement in 5 days, can test blood, urine
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Usually investigation needed if fever persists after 5 days..if baby is sick looking/ has any danger signs ,it is warranted early.
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continue medications as advised
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ensure to keep the baby well hydrated monitor urine output
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Dr. Vinit M Mehta
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Vadodara
Wait 10 more hours
Tomorrow morning armpit temp above 100F, then get test done
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
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Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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