Chody - good point, same here!

DS now has a 39+ degree temp, flushed cheeks and just fell asleep sitting up (hasn't slept during the day for months). I did try to get him to have Panadol, but he decided he'd rather not, stubborn little so-and-so. He's eating a little, had a few sips of water too. But he's lethargic and looks miserable

He never gets sick (the odd cold only), so I haven't had to deal with a sick child before. I hate feeling so helpless!! Is there anything else I should try? (He won't do a bath unless i force the issue and i don't want to upset him any more. I've got some homemade icy-poles if I really need them too). iShould I try again with the Panadol? How?