what antibiotic to take for chronic cough with excessive phlegm and fever?

Question

I've had a constant cough for 5/6 weeks where i cough up flem my throat isnt painful but my right side is i have a fever and antibiotics didnt work?

Answer 1

See doctor: Since there are many causes for a chronic cough (lasting more than 3 monrh? ) one needs to establish the cause before treating it. Antibiotic does not help a viral infection and its overuse has created MRSA. If you have a persistent fever, you may need to get a bronchoscopy. Since most chronic coughs are caused by more than a single factor, I suggest that you consult an allergist or pulmonologi

Answer 2

No: Febrile seizures are common in children between 6 months and 6 years of age. They occur when your child's temperature raises rapidly. So, no, not all children with fevers will have a febrile seizure. About one in twenty-five children in this age group will have a febrile seizure. But the risk is slightly higher if your child has a sibling who has had a febrile seizure in the past.

Answer 3

No: Not all children with fever have seizures. In fact, it is a low percentage.

Answer 4

Not common: Febrile seizures are not common, but they do occur most often in pediatric patients. If this is a recurrent pattern, it is something that is best evaluated by a pediatric neurologist.

Answer 5

Depends: Febrile seizures are uncommon, but definitely something to be concerned about, especially if the child's temperature rises above 104-105 degrees. Cooling blankets, tylenol, (acetaminophen) and Motrin are all reasonable ways to manage a child's fever.

Answer 6

Not usually: If a child is meant to have a seizure with a fever, or febrile seizure, they are going to have it regardless of temperature level. A fever itself will not be the reason for the seizure.

Answer 7

Time to see the MD: While there are some periodic fever syndromes (i.e. Marshall syndrome) that might give what you're describing, it's always best to check it out with your primary care physician, especially if fevers seem recurrent, or any time they last longer than 72 hrs.

Answer 8

Likely nothing: Talk to your doctor and get and exam. But most kids are sick very often because they are kids and havent been exposed to much illness. This is especially true if the child attends day care, has older siblings or is around kids a lot. That means lots of illness and lots of infections. So this is likely normal amount of illness. Kids can be sick 10-12 times per year with lots of exposure.

Answer 9

He's communicating!: When children display recurrent abnormal symptoms, they are communicating to all that are tuned in that something is wrong. The next question then becomes what is that something? The list of possibilities is what the medical professional is trained to consider and determine/rule out. Listen to the body's communication; have your child evaluated asap by a competent caring medical professional.

Answer 10

Exposed to a lot: When illness is recurrent (more than 3-5 times a year), the immune system is being overworked. The list of possibilities is long and that is why it is important to be seen. I often consider food allergies...Dairy can be a problem for many children. Some are vitamin d deficient. Some need probiotics. A detailed history and physical and appropriate labs can help.

Answer 11

Needs the MD: Your baby may be suffering from something simple like repeat viral infections, but the symptoms you're describing require more medical attention. A typical course of action would be a complete physical exam, probably some laboratory studies (blood work), and possibly consultation with a specialist.

Answer 12

Infections: Your baby is probably in the process of developing his/her immune system! at about 6 months, or earlier if the baby is in child care, he/she will often seem to catch virus after virus..Common symptoms include fever, swollen glands and changes in sleep or feeding. Consult with your pediatrician to be sure.

Answer 13

Needs further eval.: These symptoms are concerning. It will help to know baby's age, frequency of fevers, the location of the glands, and most improtantly how baby is growing and developing. Your baby needs to be assessed thoroughly by your healthcare provider urgently, until then it will be prudent to practice proper infection control measures and if cleared to update all recommended childhood immunizations.

Answer 14

PFAPA syndrome?: Pfapa stands for periodic fever, aphthous ulcers (sores inside mouth), pharyngitis (redness of throat), and adenopathy (swollen gland over neck). Affected infant/child experiences periodic fever along with swollen glands which lasts only a few days. The etiology is still unknown but short course of steroid has been proven effective.

Answer 15

Maybe nothing.: Infants and toddlers get, on average, 12 colds and infections a year. About 6 of these will be bad enough for them to see a physician. If your child is sick more often than this, your physician may want to run some basic blood work. If not, then treat with increased fluids and lots of tlc. See your physician if not getting better after 3-5 days, of if getting worse after a week.

Answer 16

Probably infections: A baby who gets repeated episodes of fevers must be evaluated by a doctor. Likewise, for a baby who gets recurrences of swollen glands. Therefore, any baby who gets both fevers and swollen glands definitely needs a medical evaluation. The more common cause is infections, but in some cases other, more rare, diseases can be the cause (such as immune system problems and/or blood cell disorders).

Answer 17

He should be seen : Croup is a viral illness that causes swelling in the baby's upper airway- near your baby's larynx (voicebox). Your baby may be hoarse. When it is severe, the swelling may block off airflow into your baby's lungs and cause problems with getting oxygen into the body. This can become a life-threatening senario in the youngest infants. Best to call your doctor, or if breathing is severe, go to the er.

Answer 18

Vapor and more vapor: Croup is a common illness in young children. It is caused by one of several respiratory viruses and can affect any susceptible child throughout the year. It often presents as a harsh, barking cough due to the relative small size of an infant or child's airway. There is no specific medicine but humidified air such as the steam off a hot shower or table-top humidfier is usually sufficient.

Answer 19

Go to the ER: With any scenario that includes difficulty breathing, the child needs to go to the er immediately.

Answer 20

Steam or cold air: Croup can be scary - it is worse at night when normal body hormones that suppress inflammation go down. When a baby gets that barky cough and develops difficulty breathing, taking the baby into a steamy bathroom with the shower running may help. Also, going outside into cold air can also help. If you are still worried, call your pediatrician!

Answer 21

Consult dr if severe: Croup is usually mild illness managed at home. Help with cool mist, placing child near vaporizerI if you do not have a cool mist vaporizer, even a simple humidifier in child’s bedroom may be helpful. Seek ER if cool mist not clearing up stridor in 15 minutes, repeated episodes of stridor or trouble breathing child’s chest or stomach retracting, bluish lips,lethargy,drooling,neck pain,stiffness

Answer 22

Yes, but: Most antibiotics and many other medications lower the effectiveness of birth control pills, so it is safest to also use condoms as well.

Answer 23

Possibly pneumonia: I have found that when people have a deep cough associated with pain on taking a deep breath they often times have pneumonia. You should be evaluated by a physician. If this has been a long-term problem then you definitely need to be evaluated as there are other causes.

Answer 24

Hard to say: Any adult has likely had bronchitis several times as a kid & may as an adult. They are often viral, a minor affliction & self heal in a week or two. The lungs heal and life goes on. The level of concern you should have should match the degree of interference this process has with your daily activities. Minor, can be ignored; significant may require a doc visit.

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