Is It Suitable to Eat Crab and Shrimp When a Child Has a Fever?

Question

A two-year-old and four-month-old child recently experienced a cold and cough. Although the cold symptoms have subsided, the cough has not yet healed. In this situation, is it suitable to give the child seafood such as crab?

Answer

A child with a low fever often has it caused by pathogen infection, leading to symptoms such as colds, bronchitis, etc., which manifest as coughing, phlegm, nasal congestion, and runny nose. To effectively treat the condition, it is recommended to use antipyretic drugs and antibiotics promptly, such as children’s Tylenol syrup and amoxicillin granules. If bronchitis is diagnosed, hospitalization should be arranged as soon as possible. During the period when a child has a cold and cough that have not yet healed, the diet should be light and easy to digest. It is advisable to avoid giving food that may cause allergies or worsen symptoms, such as crab and shrimp. Therefore, it is recommended to temporarily refrain from eating such foods until the child is fully recovered, to prevent affecting the recovery of the illness.