what causes liver and spleen swelling 1 One of the most likely causes of an enlarged spleen is an infection, since swelling in the spleen signifies an increase in white blood cells that are trying to attack something threatening. 2  Leishmaniasis, a type of parasitic disease found in parts of the tropics, subtropics and southern Europe, can lead to an enlarged spleen. more information...
Do not take Tylenol and ibuprofen together if you are taking any other medications for pain without first checking with a doctor. Some medicines, like cold medicine, contain ibuprofen or acetaminophen, and taking more puts you at risk for an overdose.
1 Take Tylenol, 2 tablets every 4-6 hours for fever, do not take more than 8 extra-strength Tylenol (500mg) tablets in one day. 2  Take Ibuprofen (advil, motrin), 2-3 tablets every 4-6 hours. 3  Do not use Ibuprofen if you have a history of aspirin allergy or a stomach ulcer. You can use both ibuprofen and Tylenol (acetaminophen) for fever control. 2  You can alternate them, so that you can take one or the other every 2-3 hours if your fever is still up. 3  For instance, if you take 2 tylenol at 10am and still have a fever at noon, you can take Ibuprofen.