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Prevention against Viral
Nowadays how can we protect our kids from risky viral infection. Please share any prevention tips to protect kids against viral diseases.
My 7 year daughter had viral fever which later developed lymph nodes and she had fever for almost 2 weeks with neck pain. After 10 days she also had developed pain in one foot. She recovered with proper treatment later but 2 weeks were very difficult for all of us.
How can we prevent these kind of diseases in advance? Is this because of low immunity?
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Dr Faisal Zoheb
MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )
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It sounds like your daughter had a really rough two-week recovery, and it’s completely natural to worry about her immune system after such an intense illness.
To help protect kids from these kinds of risky infections, staying on top of routine vaccinations and making hand-washing a non-negotiable habit are the best first steps. You can also boost her natural resilience by focusing on nutrient-dense meals, plenty of water, and ensuring she gets a consistent, full night’s sleep. Often, what feels like "low immunity" is actually just a growing immune system learning how to navigate and fight off new or more aggressive viral strains. If these severe episodes happen frequently, a quick chat with her pediatrician can provide a formal evaluation to rule out any underlying health concerns. It’s also common for symptoms like swollen lymph nodes to hang around as a sign that the body is still working hard to finish the fight
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Dr. Supe Vishal Laxman
Neonatologist
16 yrs exp
Pune
Just maintain hygiene.Face mask,Handwash , timely vaccination as per schedule.But remember that parents can take care of there childrens but inspite of it child can fall sick so don't worry.Just follow hygiene and if child falls sick then take doctor opinion
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
Visit physically to nearby pediatrician
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Allwyn Rayalu A
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Chennai
Good morning,
It might sound strange but infections are going to come even if you do everything under the sun, as long as humans are around. So don't worry about the infection part. Parts to be worried about
1. Nutrition
2. Whether she is getting admitted for infections and she needs antibiotics
3. If she is active during the infection, nothing to worry.
Next Steps
1. you should be worried if she is getting admitted for recurrent infection and needs prolonged use of antibiotics other than nothing to worry
2. You baby whether she is gaining weight properly or is she lagging behind you should check
Health Tips
1. Ask her to wash her hands when she goes out and comes back into the house
2. if she is going to school, make sure it is well ventilated
3. give good nutritious food, if you are a non vegetarian, give egg or panner if vegetarian
4. some studies shows that taking vitamin c helps so you can give citrus fruits, gauva and amla
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hand washing first and foremost thing
Avoid unnecessary antibiotic usage
Give Immune booster diet like Vitamin C rich food like Amla, Lemon, Pineapple, Oranges
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