My son ran a temperature on 13th his head was very hot and temperature at head through infrared thermometer was showing 100.7 but wrist was showing 99 and it kept fluctuating so we did not give any medicine. 14 th he was fever free 15th again at 3:00Am he got fever aroung 101.5 and we gave him paracetamol now again hes fever free since. We all are covid positive at home.. Should we consult a doctor?

1 Answer

AbhayaMom of a 15 yr 10 m old boy4 years ago

A. Hi mom Yes, definitely u should consult with ur doctor if all are covid positive at home. There are chances that the baby is also covid positive. Take medication as prescribed by the doctor. It is important in this case.

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