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6th day - High Fever, Low Platelet
My daughter (2.5 years old) is having fever since last 6 days. Initially it was fluctuating around 100 degrees and now its gone upto 102 degrees. She is finding herself weak. Platelet count is decreasing 1.4 l/cmm to 1.3l/cmm. She also complains of stomach pain as well. Since 4th day she is finding hard to speak, seems throat pain with cold.
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Dr. J Prabhakar Rao
Pediatrician
32 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Needs physical examination and investigation,but probably viral sore throat.
Give steam inhalations 4-5 times a day,and give paracetamol for fever and throat pain,repeat 4 hourly if required.
Should settle down in 3-5 days,if not,reconsult your paediatrician.
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