My 13 month old baby gained a temperature of almost 40c last night in the matter of secounds and was breathing funny, i took her to the hospital and they did a urine test, blood work, ex rays, and a few other tests and all that came back was she had a viral infection in her blood and a little bit of imflamation in the ear, but they couldnt tell me what exactly was wrong, any chance you could tell me? her temperature keeps going up and down and right now its sitting at 37
Hi, Sudden onset fever without any other associated symptoms is suggestive of viral fever. During peak temperature, it is common to have fast breathing (physiological response). If breathing becomes normal once fever is controlled with paracetamol, we need not worry. If he is active in between fevers and taking feeds, just continue paracetamol and any other Chat Doctor.  He will be alright in 2-3 days. Get back to you doctor if fever is not coming down by then, or he becomes lethargic and not feeding. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. 