Bhathiya Barukanda
A rise in fever cases among children have been observed in viral infections and a growing number of dengue cases, Lady Ridgeway Hospital (LRH) consultant pediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera said.
Speaking to the Daily Mirror Dr. Perera explained that viral fever symptoms, including cough, cold, body aches and occasional vomiting, are commonly observed in affected children.
He advises parents to closely monitor their children’s symptoms and seek medical attention, particularly if a fever persists for more than three days.
However, the doctor mentioned that there is an increase in the hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) among schoolchildren.
Health authorities request parents to be cautious if the children have symptoms like small, oval, white blisters on the palms and soles of the feet, as well as in the mouth, if there is a red skin rash with a brown scale on it, or if the rash appears on the outer arms, hands, legs, feet, around the mouth, or upper buttocks.
It is reported that some of these symptoms overlap with those of influenza, making it crucial for parents to stay alert and seek medical advice if the fever persists.
