My son (14) returned from school yesterday with ache behind the eyes, headache and feeling like he wants to vomit. He ate and drank well yesterday however today after returning from school barely ate but drank plenty of fluid and went to bed. We are African and reside in the UK. I ve heard recently about the prevalence of West Nile flu in the UK. Please advise on whether this requires urgent hospital visit. Lastly he does not have a fever but is very tired.
Hi, I want to say I feel that he might be going to a mild viral illness. There can be many nonspecific symptoms like - headache, tummy pain, vomiting, diarrhea, body pains, cough (occasionally disturbing). Unless the kid is having decreased urine output/ rash over the body/ altered sensorial or respiratory distress you need not worry about it. But if he develops these symptoms then please take him to the nearest Emergency Room. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.