how long would you wait to see a doctor for a 3 year old with

[ByThePowerOfGreyskull]

a bad cough (almost every breath results in coughing) and a high temperature?

or wouldn't you consider a doctor.

feeling nervy about not doing anything

That sounds bad - doctor pronto imo

Just the cough I would have given it a few days, but with the temp as well, I'd make an appointment.

aahhh should I push for a today appointment or can it wait?

I'd definately go for today

Push for today; I don't want to panic, but it could be bronchiolitis or similar, which needs treating asap. Best to be on safe side

I'd ask for an appointment today

i always go after 24-48 hours of a high temp...

If i were nervy as you sound i would try and get appt today if paracetamol etc had had jno effect, if you can't get an appt can you get to walk in centre?

We have been (great surgery)
He has a chest infection she listened to his chest front and back for ages and said she was hoping to hear it clear after he coughed but it didn't.
We have Antibiotics and she said to dose him up with calpol/ibuprofen and try to keep him rested.

Thanks for the support, I was feeling wibbly about not doing anything.

go today

Well done Greyskull. Glad you have a good dr/ surgery - so important, especially with little ones.

It can be a tough call sometimes - glad you got him seen, he'll be better in no time