Sick child
Request an online visit for Sick child. A licensed provider reviews your case and prescribes treatment when appropriate.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD
MD · Board-Certified, Internal Medicine · Last reviewed June 2026
About Sick child
Common childhood illnesses include viral upper respiratory infections, ear infections, sore throat, gastroenteritis, and fevers without a focal source. Most are self-limited and managed with hydration, rest, age-appropriate antipyretics, and time. Caregivers should watch for warning signs that warrant urgent care: trouble breathing, persistent high fever, dehydration, lethargy, neck stiffness, rash that does not blanch, or fever in an infant under 3 months. Antibiotics are reserved for confirmed bacterial infections, and most coughs and colds do not benefit from them.
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