<![CDATA[Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice]]>1) Went A&E and finally got to see the doc after waiting for 4+hrs

2) Did a blood test and the doc says the blood count looks fine, probably viral
3) Ask us whether can manage or not, say we can go back and if fever persist come back KKH
4) Doc say viral not much they can do
5) We brought her stools but she did not want it. Say only will do tests if she warded.

Today her fever and diarrhea still persist. Quite angry and helpless dunno what we can do. Bring back to KKH again?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/34893/child-has-diarrhea-and-fever-for-9-days-need-adviceRSS for NodeSat, 25 Apr 2026 03:11:52 GMTTue, 24 Apr 2012 05:13:13 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:10:37 GMT]]>Yes go to KK, it sounds like it is something that needs urgent care.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/754141https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/754141Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:10:37 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:51:29 GMT]]>Think there was a discussion somewhere before about A&E..

I've had bad experiences at Parkway East and Changi..
Really need :xedfingers: ..

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753414https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753414Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:51:29 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:41:54 GMT]]>If temp hits 39 and above, straight to kk. I would call to make sure the dr my kids have been seeing is on duty before going there.


While med takes at least 2 days to work, I would seek 2nd opinion for the peace of mind.

My experiences with a few gp over the last 1.5 years have not been that great.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753403https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753403Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:41:54 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:11:45 GMT]]>As we have trained personnel in the family, we will usually self medicate first and bring fever down quickly. If that doesn’t work for 2 days, I will go to the PD for very young kids and or to my trusty family doc for the older kids.


There is a time limit for effective self medication. 2 to 3 days max. No effect pls see PD. But if you can’t even bring down the fever with paracetamol and sponging ie. temp doesn’t go down at all after medication within the space of a day and kid is lethargic, please see the doc immediately.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753388https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753388Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:11:45 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:40:34 GMT]]>I trust my intuition a lot. If I feel that something is just not right after administering the medication to my child, I just go for a second opinion. Call me gan jiong but I would rather be safe than sorry. And 9 days is really too long for a fever to persist.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753361https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753361Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:40:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:06:40 GMT]]>When I first read this thread some time ago, I felt 9 days is unusual and I will go for second opinion rather just self medicate. But I understand every parent feels differently. However I’ve just been told of a child who died suddenly after a week of fever. Doctor is still trying to ascertain the actual cause. Apparently there was nothing seemingly unusual about the fever, just that it won’t go away. If you feel uneasy, just go for a second opinion with a good pd, not just a convenient pd.


I recently brought my son to a nearby pd for rashes but felt her diagnosis and recommended management plan was wrong and took him for a second opinion. The second pd referred us to yet another pd with specialisations who managed it well.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753348https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/753348Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:06:40 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:18:08 GMT]]>Pls note that medicines like Voltaren and Nurofen are NSAIDS and some pple can be allergic to them. Always use paracetamol (panadol, calpol, dhamol) first.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752702https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752702Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:18:08 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:31:08 GMT]]>

Dazzle:
For me, whenever the old one expire, I will get 2-3 from my GP. I never get to use it (thankfully), but was glad I had it and gave it to my neighbor when her son has high fever. He had fever for few days and yet his doc said it is normal every time she brought him to the clinic !! Luckily my worried neighbor came to talk to me. I told her it is not normal and to see my doctor. I gave her suppository and that did bring down the fever for that night. Taking my advise, my neighbor brought her son to KK that night after suppository effect wore off and fever returned. He was immediately admitted and hospitalized for about 2 wks. Diagnosed with pneumonia. Sometimes, must have 2nd opinion.

Yes, agreed! No harm seeking a second opinion if the child is still not getting better after 2-3 days.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752552https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752552Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:31:08 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:24:22 GMT]]>For me, whenever the old one expire, I will get 2-3 from my GP. I never get to use it (thankfully), but was glad I had it and gave it to my neighbor when her son has high fever. He had fever for few days and yet his doc said it is normal every time she brought him to the clinic !! Luckily my worried neighbor came to talk to me. I told her it is not normal and to see my doctor. I gave her suppository and that did bring down the fever for that night. Taking my advise, my neighbor brought her son to KK that night after suppository effect wore off and fever returned. He was immediately admitted and hospitalized for about 2 wks. Diagnosed with pneumonia. Sometimes, must have 2nd opinion.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752548https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752548Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:24:22 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:48:59 GMT]]>

sharperner:
thanks all


her fever is coming down

a chinese physician i see ask me to cut away the protein/milk source as the virus feeds on them. Have stopped her milk for a day and she seems better.
That's great to know 🕺 . Hope you dd gets well soon.

You get some rest and take care of yourself too. The past few days must have been tough on you.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752527https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752527Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:48:59 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:53:18 GMT]]>

sharperner:
thanks all


her fever is coming down

a chinese physician i see ask me to cut away the protein/milk source as the virus feeds on them. Have stopped her milk for a day and she seems better.
Phew! Hope your DD gets well soon! 🙏

You take care of yourself !

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752471https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752471Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:53:18 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:52:37 GMT]]>What milk is your child drinking?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752469https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752469Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:52:37 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:50:21 GMT]]>thanks all


her fever is coming down

a chinese physician i see ask me to cut away the protein/milk source as the virus feeds on them. Have stopped her milk for a day and she seems better.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752465https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752465Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:50:21 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:43:39 GMT]]>

daddy2007:
cherrygal:

BTW, those who rush their kids to the A&E for high fever and wait for 4 hrs to get a fever suppository <paracetamol stuffed into the anus> and be charged sixty dollars for it, pls note that you can buy this suppository \"Remedol\" from any pharmacy for a few dollars and do it yourself at home. It is placed on the shelves together with panadol tablets.


Whenever I take my child to see PD, I will try to get some primatol (for fever < 39) and voltaren (for fever > 39) suppository from the PD for emergency usage.

You will never know when you need it and they come in handy a few times for us. Especially when the child is having fever over the weekend and got to wait till Monday then can see PD

Yes, me too but just a note of caution to check the expiry dates. 😄

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752255https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752255Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:43:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:34:16 GMT]]>

cherrygal:
BTW, those who rush their kids to the A&E for high fever and wait for 4 hrs to get a fever suppository <paracetamol stuffed into the anus> and be charged sixty dollars for it, pls note that you can buy this suppository \"Remedol\" from any pharmacy for a few dollars and do it yourself at home. It is placed on the shelves together with panadol tablets.

Whenever I take my child to see PD, I will try to get some primatol (for fever < 39) and voltaren (for fever > 39) suppository from the PD for emergency usage.

You will never know when you need it and they come in handy a few times for us. Especially when the child is having fever over the weekend and got to wait till Monday then can see PD

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752251https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752251Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:34:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:03:32 GMT]]>i have pm you.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752073https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752073Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:03:32 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:21:12 GMT]]>BTW, those who rush their kids to the A&E for high fever and wait for 4 hrs to get a fever suppository <paracetamol stuffed into the anus> and be charged sixty dollars for it, pls note that you can buy this suppository "Remedol" from any pharmacy for a few dollars and do it yourself at home. It is placed on the shelves together with panadol tablets.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752057https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752057Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:21:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:17:03 GMT]]>Personally I don’t "trust" KKH.


Find a doctor who gives you the confidence.

Fever for 9 days is not good.

Hope everything goes well.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752054https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752054Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:17:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:09:12 GMT]]>Hi sharperner,


How is your DD ? Is she better ?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752046https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752046Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:09:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:05:04 GMT]]>Oh yes, I remember my PD advising us to change to a Soy formula for this period. Or give Pediasure instead coz no lactose.


In fact, many medicines prescribed by PDs can be bought from the pharmacist without prescription. But my mom has medical background so we are more garang.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752042https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752042Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:05:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:01:20 GMT]]>Don’t go to the A&E anymore. Pls go to any specialist PD.


In the meantime, give Lacteolfort or Smecta to stop the diarrhea. You can buy from pharmacies. It is very effective.

Fever if >38.5C, can give Nurofen if she is not allergic to NSAIDS. Must get from the pharmacist counter.

Give plenty of fluids. Water, soup etc. Milk must dilute a bit.

And usually with diarrhea, the anus will be really red. Pls apply diaper rash cream or let her sit in Potassium Permanganate wash <purple solution> to relieve pain and itch. Can get from any pharmacy. They call this wound disinfectant solution I think.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752040https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/752040Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:01:20 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:32:42 GMT]]>Don’t delay and seek second opinion quickily… …perhaps check with paed and get referred to hospital so cut down waiting time…

Hope they get well soon…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/751468https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/751468Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:32:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Tue, 24 Apr 2012 06:26:48 GMT]]>

sharperner:
1) Went A&E and finally got to see the doc after waiting for 4+hrs

2) Did a blood test and the doc says the blood count looks fine, probably viral
3) Ask us whether can manage or not, say we can go back and if fever persist come back KKH
4) Doc say viral not much they can do
5) We brought her stools but she did not want it. Say only will do tests if she warded.

Today her fever and diarrhea still persist. Quite angry and helpless dunno what we can do. Bring back to KKH again?
Should bring your child to specalist,it's quite serious to have diarrhea for so long,will be dehydrated.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/751396https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/751396Tue, 24 Apr 2012 06:26:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Child has diarrhea and fever for 9 days. Need advice on Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:52:02 GMT]]>Hi, my son had diarrhea, fever and vomitting for 3 days and ended up dehydrated. Got hospitalised and had to be put on the drip. I went to East Shore cos my PD is based there. Think you should go back to the dr soon. Take care

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/751371https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/751371Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:52:02 GMT