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My granddaughter has been sick for the week. eith temp 39.3. dr said might b tonsillitis got zinnat antibiotic yesterday. today she is covered in red rash swollen eyes, could she b allergic to meds . she is 1 yr old ?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Urgent evaluation: Stop the antibiotic, treat fever and please see a physician right away. A dose of a children's antihistamine may be given as you proceed to the hospital or clinic. She may have an allergic reaction or worsening infection.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/20/2023

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A member asked:

My granddaughter has been sick for the week. eith temp 39.3. dr said might b tonsillitis got zinnat antibiotic yesterday. today she is covered in red rash swollen eyes, could she b allergic to meds . she is 1 yr old ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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