The baby, 10 months old, started with dry heaves at midnight on the 9th, and by afternoon, the fever rose above 38.5°C. Despite taking fever-reducing medication, the fever recurred. By the third midnight, the fever reached 39.9°C, prompting a rush to the hospital. There, the baby began to feel nausea and vomiting, but did not dry heave. After two days in the hospital, the fever subsided, and now there is no more nausea or vomiting. The throat is inflamed and swollen, the baby cries frequently, refuses to eat, and lacks energy. The doctor diagnosed it as acute gastroenteritis and advised against drinking milk. How should it be treated?
If liver function is good, treatment is not necessary. It is recommended to first go to the hospital for a detailed examination to determine the cause, take medication according to symptoms, and cooperate with the doctor’s treatment. Avoid self-medication. Children can consider using traditional Chinese medicine with the functions of soothing the liver, regulating qi, nourishing the stomach, and invigorating the spleen. It is suggested to let the child exercise more often.
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For a 11-month-old baby who experienced diarrhea and then developed a fever after eating oil, with blood tests showing normal white blood cell counts, suggesting a viral or mixed infection, how should symptomatic treatment be administered.
For a 11-month-old baby, constipation can be a common issue. Parents often inquire about how to treat and prevent this condition.
How to handle a 11-month-old baby’s cough with phlegm after medical treatment and excessive sweating?
Fever is a common symptom in infants, usually caused by a cold. When an 11-month-old baby has a fever of 38.5 degrees, physical cooling measures can be taken, such as using alcohol to wipe the body, or washing the face and forehead with warm water. If the temperature exceeds 38 degrees, consider using ibuprofen suspension or naproxen as fever-reducing medication. However, it’s best to consult a doctor before taking medication to ensure the baby’s safety.
