Child and Flu

Some parents think the flu is a stomach bug. But while children may have nausea, stomach pain and/or vomiting with flu, the key influenza symptoms in children include a high fever, chills and shakes, body aches, headaches and a dry hacking cough. What causes flu in children? The flu is caused by one of three [...]

To lower my fever and body aches

Children should avoid aspirin. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or medicines like ibuprofen(Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve) are over-the-counter options for fever and pain relief. Each medication has risks. Check with your doctor or pharmacist as to which medication may be suitable for you. Be careful not to overdose! These drugs are often mixed in with other multi-symptom [...]