Question 1

child has cough, congestion, stuffy/runny nose, fever (101.5), headache, body ache and is red and swollen under the eyes, should i take him to the dr?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if concerned: This sounds a lot like the flu/influenza- if your child is not eating or drinking normally then yes it would be good to see your doctor. Also if the fever has lasted more than 5 days or your child seems very tired/sleepy then see your doctor
The doctor may not give you any medicine but will look for serious issues and give you peace of mind on what to expect

Question 2

sore throat, sore neck, head ache, red glassy eyes but no fever in a 9 year old male child?

Accepted Answer

Dr. can check throat: Infections of the tonsils, throat, neck lymph nodes, or sinuses, can cause sore throat, and neck ache or headache. For some people, ear pressure or ear pain can also cause sore throat, and neck ache or headache. A primary care doctor can check to see if it is a routine problem such as strep throat, which needs antibiotics. For pain, there is Tylenol, (acetaminophen) Motrin, and other OTC cold medicines.

Question 3

my daughter has a fever and red rings around her eyes?

Accepted Answer

Likely viral related: This sounds like a viral infection but your daughter should see her pediatrician to make sure she is properly treated.

Question 4

redness in inner corner of eyes. cough. fever arnd 100. after waking up in morning eyes r sticky with brownish thing sticking on lashes. lungs clear. ?

Accepted Answer

Sounds like you are : going to need to see your eye doctor to get some prescription eye drops for your conjunctivitis as soon as possible to make sure you don't have 'pink eye'. That's contagious if so. Keep your hand and face towels separate from everyone else's. I assume your parents are tapping as 6 YO's are too young to bE on health tap. May need to see the pediatrician first. They know what to do. Call them now.

Question 5

is eye redness or discharge a symptom of scarlet fever?

Accepted Answer

Scarlet fever: Eye redness is not typically a symptom of scarlet fever. Scarlet fever is associated with group a streptococcal infection most prevalently of the tonsils and has a typcial scarletiniform rash and and hence the name scarlet fever.

Question 6

i have whitish eye discharge build up around both tear ducts & have to clear it out 2-3x/day. what could cause this? i have no pain, fever or redness.

Accepted Answer

Eye Doctor: This is one area most family docs are not up on unless he or she takes interest specifically in eye disorders.  This problem you have is definitely an unusual problem.  An ophthalmologist should be consulted because your eyes are a precious gift that once lost may never be restorable.  I always consulted a specialist for any unusual eye problems i encountered in my practice.

Question 7

i have a swelling at the corner of my left eye and a swelling below the eye near the the nose. it does hurt. i dont have redness or fever. any advice?

Accepted Answer

How long?: The causes are quite dependent on the duration of the swelling. It it has been just 1-2 days, try some antihistamine eye drop +/- oral antihistamine. If it has been present for more than 3-4 days, better consult an ophthalmologist (not an optometrist) .

Question 8

my 8 month old has fever congestion and redness under his eyes also gets tired after playing a few minutes with his toys or walker what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Needs to be seen: by his pediatrician, can still be viral respiratory infection, but needs evaluation, and possible some prescription medications, wish you both wellness

Question 9

today is day 7 of a bad cold with coughing , no fever , but feeling real bad. now have red goopy  eyes. should i see dr. or wait?

Accepted Answer

Bad cold: You've waited long enough. You probably have a virus, but it's best to be checked by a doctor.

Question 10

my aunt says the bottom half of her eyes are red. i checked them out and they are red, no sign of fever or anything else. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: "red eyes" can be caused by infection (either viral or bacterial), allergies, trauma, or issues with the eye itself (acute glaucoma). Is she having other symptoms (such as itchiness, fever, runny nose, pain, vision changes)? The most concerning could be vision changes or pain of the eye itself.

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Child has cough, congestion, stuffy/runny nose, fever (101.5), headache, body ache and is red and swollen under the eyes, should i take him to the dr?

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Sore throat, sore neck, head ache, red glassy eyes but no fever in a 9 year old male child?

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My daughter has a fever and red rings around her eyes?

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Redness in inner corner of eyes. cough. fever arnd 100. after waking up in morning eyes r sticky with brownish thing sticking on lashes. lungs clear. ?

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Is eye redness or discharge a symptom of scarlet fever?

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I have whitish eye discharge build up around both tear ducts & have to clear it out 2-3x/day. what could cause this? i have no pain, fever or redness.

A member asked:

I have a swelling at the corner of my left eye and a swelling below the eye near the the nose. it does hurt. i dont have redness or fever. any advice?

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My 8 month old has fever congestion and redness under his eyes also gets tired after playing a few minutes with his toys or walker what could be wrong?

A member asked:

Today is day 7 of a bad cold with coughing , no fever , but feeling real bad. now have red goopy eyes. should i see dr. or wait?

A member asked:

My aunt says the bottom half of her eyes are red. i checked them out and they are red, no sign of fever or anything else. what could this be?

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