Question
A two-year and four-month-old boy has been experiencing symptoms of fever, colds, coughs, and tonsillitis for three days. During the previous nights, his body temperature reached above 39 degrees Celsius. What potential risks might be associated with using Chinese medicine heat-reducing patches in this situation?
Answer
Hello, thank you for your question. For children with fever, using Chinese medicine heat-reducing patches can indeed have some effect. However, since your child has a relatively high body temperature, it is recommended to use fever-reducing patches in conjunction with oral fever-reducing medications such as Merck to achieve a better therapeutic effect. In terms of diet, maintain a light and non-spicy diet, avoid stimulating food, and encourage your child to drink warm water and eat more fruit. If symptoms do not improve after a period of time following medication use, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly to obtain more professional diagnosis and treatment.