My 15 month old daughter has had a fever since yesterday, this morning I noticed that she has a small yellowish discharge from her eyes.
34-year-old woman
Also her eyelids are a little red. I wonder if it is conjunctivitis? Thanks in advance
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David Tan · 5 years ago
Hello,
Is it both eyes that are affected or only one? It is possible that we are dealing with conjunctivitis given the presence of yellowish secretions. If your child has had a fever since last night, it is plausible that she has a cold and that it has spread to her eyes to produce conjunctivitis.
At this point, here are the steps you could take:
- Apply a warm water compress to the eyelid of the affected eye to relieve the itching. Use gauze or a soft, lint-free cloth.
- Gently clean your child's eye. Remove secretions with a warm water compress. Wash your hands with soap before and after.
- Prevent your child from rubbing his or her eyes as much as possible.
- Take preventive measures to avoid the spread of germs: wash your hands and do not share washcloths, towels, etc.
Given his young age, I suggest that you consult his doctor or pediatrician if your child
- has these symptoms for more than 2 or 3 days;
- has "a lot" of yellowish, sticky secretions;
- has frequent eye infections;
- seems to have decreased vision.
Polysporin eye drops can also be considered, but I suggest trying the measures I mentioned above first and resorting to them instead if her symptoms worsen within 24 hours.
I hope this sheds some light. If you have any other questions or concerns, please let me know and I will be happy to answer them.
Sincerely,
David Tan, pharmacist
34-year-old woman · 5 years ago
The discharge doesn't seem to increase, that relieves me, but she has a high fever, as soon as the effect of the Tempra decreases, the fever reaches 40 degrees. It has been like this for 24 hours. Should I go see the doctor or should I wait another 24 hours? Thanks in advance
David Tan · 5 years ago
Hello,
Continue with Tempra and you can also add Advil (ibuprofen) between doses of Tempra if you notice that it does not control the fever long enough before the next dose. Generally, to keep things simple, I suggest alternating between Tempra and Advil every 2-3 hours.
You can indeed wait another 24 hours before consulting... In the case of a viral infection, the fever usually lasts for 48-72 hours and then subsides. Consult the doctor if the fever persists beyond 72 hours, if the secretions become greenish or if they become abundant.
If there is anything, write me again and I will guide you if necessary.
Sincerely,
David Tan, pharmacist
34-year-old woman · 5 years ago
Thank you very much for the advice!
David Tan · 5 years ago
You're welcome. :)
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