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My two weeks old girl has high tempetature with cough andshe is not taking in anything. what should i do?

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Dr. Timothy Schultz answered

Specializes in General Practice

Thermometer!: If you can, get a temp from her armpit with an old-fashionned thermometer, it will help guide treatment. Skin temps are usually about one degree lower than core temps. Test to make sure her temp doesn't climb over 34.0 celsius. If she is breast fed, make sure she keeps nursing, as that will help her from dehydrating. Have a g.P. Listen to her lungs as soon as you are able.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Should be checked: Any infant under 1 month with temperature above 38 degree celsius (100.4 f) should be properly evaluated asap.

Answered 12/2/2012

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

At that age if she : Has a rectal temp 101 degrees or above, call her pediatrician & /or go to the er . Till about 8 weeks, it's better to err on the side of caution.

Answered 9/7/2015

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